We interrupt this normal broadcast of blogging due to a breaking news story! Chayse Howitt, part of an Australian family of 9, travelling America, has reached another milestone. Today, on the 14th November, he has turned 4!
Chayse turning 4!
This young boy, Chayse Camden Howitt, celebrated his birthday in Escondido, San Diego after enjoying a day at the San Diego Safari Park yesterday. He started his day with pancakes, cooked by his oldest sister, Kaitlin. From there his other sister Amber, and older brother Kit, entertained him in the heated swimming pool with proud dad, Trevor, looking on.
Brother Kit and sister Amber look on whilst Chayse enjoys the heated pool.
A cheerful 4 year old poses by the pool edge.
Chayse was presented with a cake fit for a four year old, also cooked and decorated by his oldest sister. The candles took a while to blow out, as he did them one at a time, but other than a few spurts of saliva on the cake, the procedure was completed without any major mishaps.
Kaitlin was the creator of Chayse's birthday cake.
Chayse clearly enjoying the family's rendition of Happy birthday.
Chayse blowing out the candles.....
.....one candle at a time!
The main finale, the opening of the presents, was completed with precision-like timing and all presents were opened and accounted for within 15 minutes. The cards were read and with a careful look between the pages in case something called money appeared within.
Opening presents is an exciting time for Chaye
A book. What a surprise!
Reading the birthday cards
Opening presents usually ivolves help from his siblings
Share and share alike. Now there's a younger sister to consider!
Family love
No party can be complete without tasting the birthday cake. Luckily it was big enough for all members of Chayse’s family to have a piece.
The day is not complete until one.......
....cuts the cake!
Chayse was then taken for a tour of the shops at his older sister’s insistence and he had the opportunity to buy something special for his birthday with the generous donations given by family members still living in Australia. Whilst he didn’t spend it all, he managed to field off intense suggestions from his brothers and sisters as to what “they” thought he should spend his money on. After much deliberation, he bought a small remote control car that can spin forwards and backwards and even do jumps!
Generous gifts of money lead to a shopping trip.
A shopping spree was encouraged by Chayse's siblings.
Akaisha enjoys playing with chayse's gifts.
Part of Chayse’s celebrations included a family meal at the Food Court at the Mall. He was given a huge range of foods to choose from, but opted for the humble hotdog. What seemed to be a litre of Sprite, was successfully swallowed and finished in record time, to the detriment of the awaiting hotdog and wedges. His parents breathed a sigh of relief that this episode only happens once a year.
So, until the next birthday (which happens to be his sister Amber, in January), Chayse’s family can once again get back to some sense of normality in their RV trip around the USA.
We thank you for watching our “breaking” news story and will now return you to your normal blogging broadcast……..
Hi Chayse
Happy Birthday from the land of Kangaroos on Kangaroo Island. Nigel, Willy and Georgie saw the news of your birthday on the ABC, Channel 7,9 & 10 with some more news on SBS about your cake and shopping trip with all the hangers on. Hope all can fit in your new car! Big Hug Big 4
Hi Jeffords,
Thank you for your birthday wishes for Chayse. Whilst we can’t fit in the “new” car, they all want to drive it!
Love the Howitt clan
Happy Birthday Chase,
It looked like you had a wonderful day and what a birthday to remember. We are all thinking of you and the rest of your family. Looking forward to catching up with you all soon.
Love Pam & Dan + Kids
Hi Pam,
Chayse had a great day. Wonder if he’ll remember his 4th birthday being celebrated here in America in years to come. The blog posts will jog his memory. 🙂
Looking forward to catching up with you guys also.
Cath, Trev and kids xx
HAPPY BIRTHDAY CHAYSEY BABY
Looks like you had a great birthday celebration. BIG 4!
Love The Pemby Mob
Thanks everyone for Chayse’s birthday wishes. He did have a good time and was very spoilt. Thank you for your card and money.
Cheers Cath and Chayse xx
Hey Chayse…hope you enjoyed your day…it certainly looks like you did! Great Cake Kaitie….and some creative cards I could see too. I am sure he will remember this birthday forever!
Love and Birthday Wishes (a little late!!)
Aunty Trace XX
Hi Trace,
Thanks for your birthday wishes for Chayse. I think he will remember this birthday too. Cake was yummy and kids did a great job of making some lovely birthday cards for Chayse.
Love Cath and Chayse
Hey Chayse,
Happy Birthday for the 14th.
Wow – 4 years old, and a seasoned international traveller. That is pretty special. I hope you enjoy your car. But will you be able to drive it in Australia??????
Love Uncle Scott
Hello Uncle Scott,
I like my car. It’s cool!
Love Chayse