Alex is One!

Our baby boy turns one today . . . it's hard to believe! We celebrated his birthday two days early, because Luke's parents were in town. We all enjoyed his Elmo-themed bash, especially the game that Abby orchestrated: a variation of Duck-Duck-Goose called Big-Bird-Big-Bird-Elmo. It was a hoot!

Katie thoroughly enjoyed the Elmo cake. I know I've said it before, but can you believe those eyes?!

Here's the whole party crew! (Yes, the birthday boy was VERY ready for bed by this point . . . )

Random Thoughts . . .

Recently, I turned a movie on for Katie, then came back to see her sitting like this: wedged between Baby Doll and Jane the Gerbil on the floor with an empty couch behind them. It struck me funny! She's such a spunky little character, such a cutie.

There is nothing better than a sleepy, snuggly, precious baby first thing in the morning. I'm glad Big-Sister Abby has discovered this truth.

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I love this creative shot that Luke took of Abby and Katie at the Laumiere Sculpture Park. By the way, didn't he also do a great job on Abby's haircut? He took off about 3 inches. I was headed to Fantastic Sam's with my $8.99 coupon, and he said, "I'm sure I can do that myself!" I'll admit I was a bit nervous . . . it's a little different than running the clippers around Alex's head . . . but it turned out cute. Just one more hidden talent to add to the list!