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I was sad when none of James' little friends could make his pirate party, but it turned out for the best, since we've had storms and flooding in Nashville like I've never seen anywhere, and a power outage at the in-laws' for several hours. Scurvy aunts, uncles, and grandparents helped us celebrate Captain James.

James with a swollen face after an allergic reaction to a friend's cat the night before:



Pirate cove at Nina and Dubda's:


Finding clues during the treasure hunt:


Avast! The bounty! (yes, the chest says Budweiser):



Cap'n Pasty and Bos'un Swarthy:





So far this card that plays the Darth Vader Theme has been played with more than birthday toys:


Legos!


Swollen eye, Steven Tyler mouth - my birthday boy: