Benson is 8!! :)

 Mr. Benz is eight!! He turned eight on March 21st (I forgot to press publish on this post, which is why the date is showing so late). 

This is a really special birthday, and he has been excited for months and years waiting for this one. We ended up being able to celebrate in Hurricane with Grandma and Grandpa Brown, and Jarom and Marisa's family. He chose homemade lasagna for dinner, with chocolate cake with sprinkles for dessert! He was able to play some video games with his siblings, and went to the store with Daddy to choose a toy, and we spent a bunch of time outside in the sunny weather. :)

A few days later, the day before Easter Sunday, Benson chose to be baptized and confirmed a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints. :) He helped me choose all the people participating in the program, Grandma Brown gave the talk on baptism, and he asked me to do the talk on the Holy Ghost. Daddy baptized and confirmed him, and he asked Bridger and Beckham to be the witnesses (Grandpa Brown stood near to make sure they knew what to do, haha). Benson was so happy and excited to be baptized, his joy was contagious. The Spirit was strong there and I'm so happy he chose to be baptized so he can grow closer to Jesus Christ. We had a special order of CTR cookies in the shape of shields made to celebrate, and he also received gifts: His very own scriptures, marking crayons, a bookmark, a baptism journal, and article of faith card from Mom and Dad. A scripture case from Grandma and Grandpa Brown, and a journal from Great Aunt Kathie. We also had those who attended write down their testimonies or positive notes to Benson while he and Daddy changed their clothes. In his confirmation circle: Daddy, Grandpa Brown, Uncle Jarom, Uncle Cade, and Bishop Lee (who was conducting for us). Bishop Lee was so kind to recognize Benson at church the next day, even though Benson didn't expect it and was involved in a maze and so Daddy had to practically lift him out of his seat, haha. It was a sweet thought. Their ward always includes us and makes us feel so loved. 

Benson brings a very sweet, thoughtful, and creative energy to our family. While he does his share of starting fights and a little teasing here and there, most of the time, he is a peacemaker, for sure. He makes up little games for Ander and Roz to help them eat their dinner or do chores, and it almost always works! He is quick to share his stuffed animals to cheer Ander and Roz up, along with the sweet pictures, stories, games, and notes he creates. He is always making gifts and games out of cardboard and paper for every member of our family. He is always willing to help without complaint. He loves to play and craft with Ander and Roz (usually Roz, Ander will sometimes craft with them). He loves to build LEGO's, marble runs, Scratch games, he loves to ride his bike and play at the park. He also loves to jump on the trampoline, play catch and sports, practice handstands, and play with water balloons. 

Benson is an awesome eater, he isn't very picky, but he does eat slow like me, haha. He loves broccoli, sauerkraut, carrots, cucumbers, and most vegetables I cook with our dinners. He loves all fruit, and he eats most of what I cook without complaint. His favorite foods are spaghetti, pizza, and lasagna!

22 Questions With Benson:

1. What is your favorite toy? Slinky
2. What is your favorite part about school? Handwriting!
3. Who is your favorite scripture hero? Jesus
4. What is your favorite food? Pizza!
5. What is your favorite dessert? Angel food cake
6. What is your favorite vegetable? Carrots, broccoli, and peppers
7. What is your favorite fruit? All of them
8. What do you want to be when you grow up? A police, an artist, and a fireman.
9. What is your favorite snack? Crackers and cheese.
10. What is your favorite book? Box Car Children
11. What is your favorite thing to have for breakfast? Fruit Loops
12. What is your favorite holiday? Christmas
13. What does Mom always say to you? I love you.
14. What does Dad always say to you? I love you.
15. What is your favorite TV show? Hamster shows
16. Who is your best friend? Jack
17. What are you really good at? Sports
18. If you could have a wish, what would it be? To have money
19. What is your favorite primary song? Popcorn Popping On the Apricot Tree
20. What vegetable do you hate the most? None
21. Best memory from this year? Learning to ski and our boat ride
22. Something you accomplished? Finished Level 2 Language Arts