Day of Fun

Happy Birthday Sweet Baby

When I was younger, I remember mom saying at some point on my birthday every year..."lets see, at this time xx years ago I was..."

I understand this phenomenon more now. I guess as a mom that is one of those days that never really starts to fade from your memory. I mean - for me, it's only been a year, but I remember it with the clarity of yesterday. It was probably the ultimate life changing day that I've had to this point. It was wonderful and fun and full of joy and love and I wish I could re-live it often.

I can't believe it's been a whole year since you came into to my life - forever altering it in unimaginable ways. You have brought me joy (and personal challenges) beyond words and I can't imagine a world without you. You are the light of my life. You are growing up so quickly. I really wish you would stay my baby forever, but that seems unlikely so we'll just go with it. I love watching you grow and learn every day. There are no words to express how happy I am to be your Mommy. You are my perfect angel. Whatever did I do to deserve such a gift?

Happy Birthday Son. I love you always and forever no matter what!

First

Here they are...

Vacation - part 2

Vaca video

Vacation

OK, so because I'm still too tired from the vacation to write a whole blog about the vacation...
We'll just say it was a memorable adventure =)

boys on a slide

Not that it needs a lot of explanation...we went to the park and Truman didn't want to be left out. He followed them up the stairs then right on down. Too cute not to share.

treasures

So as far as friends go, I hit the jackpot about a year and a half ago or so...
I won't go into the story of how she came into our lives, but she did. She's sweet and kind and thoughful and loving and above all, she loves my family and she loves my kid(s). Oh - and did I mention that she's a professional photographer. So if you happen to read Amy's blog as well, you'll see a similar post from this same splendid day when sweet Amber took pics of our kiddos. Cade's 9 month pics and Em's 1 year. Words can't express how happy it makes me that she captures him. His moods, his faces, his personality. She loves him and it shows in every picture she takes. Not a million thanks would be enough. How can I ever repay for these treasures she give us?