The Rays of Sunshine

How are we celebrating this little one's 1st birthday??  It doesn't seem possible.  As I was taking pictures for his invitation, I got some really cute shots of Dylan.  How Precious is the little Pickle?  We decided to keep it very low key this year. Turning 1 is a big deal, but mostly to family, aka.  Mom and Dad, so we invite the grandparents over to celebrate Dylan's first year of life.  RIght before Derek turned one, I made this banner and kept it for our second one to use it for their first-year pictures.  I love seeing them grow in pictures.  Our attempt at a mommy and me picture.   His big brother was so helpful, even though he was there for the cake.  He loved his cake.  Present time.  Dylan, we are so happy you are here with us. You make our family complete. 

We are staying busy. Dylan is on the move and he recently started crawling on all fours, instead of scooting everywhere. He is cutting his 5th tooth, and it has been bothering him a lot here lately. We took Derek to the Renaissance Faire this past weekend, and he was made an official Knight. He also got to ride his very first horse/ unicorn. Dylan got to swing at the park for the first time, and he really enjoyed it. The other night I was holding Dylan while he drank his bottle, and was just observing how big he has gotten so fast. Dylan has been a great baby, and I can't believe he will be ONE in two short weeks. Where has this past year gone? Derek also got to try out Jiu-Jitsu, and he did really good for his first day. My whole world in one picture. My heart is so full!