Harry’s one year on July 8th.  Everyone says it flies by, and indeed it does.

Highlights of year one:

– Love.  Indescribable love.

– Family.  Becoming a family of three.  I just love my little family made up of the best two dudes. I can’t even begin to try to describe the feeling when I eavesdrop on Eric and Buddy sharing a moment.

– Learning.  I don’t remember being 0-12 months, so I had forgotten all the things you don’t know and have to learn: holding your head up, smiling, rolling over, sitting up, eating, clapping, and high fives.  Observing Buddy learn and grow has been such a gift.

– Giggles.  Oh, the sound of pure, unadulterated laughter.  Maybe tickling isn’t as evil as I’ve always thought.

– Individuality.  Every day, Buddy grows more into his own person.  His 12 month personality brings so much joy to our lives.  Can’t wait for what the future holds.

Lowlight: Sleep.

We love you so much, Buddy!!!!!!!!

We couldn’t be more excited for Katie and Jake to be in Jersey near us!! They moved into a new place about 20 minutes away. Their house is adorable!! And the back yard is just perfect for a lazy holiday Saturday afternoon.

Buddy’s best giggles and smiles are reserved for his dada.

Uncle Jake was in Austin for work but didn’t forget Buddy. Our little cowboy.

After flower arranging class (heavenly Mother’s Day Gift – Huge thanks to my amazing husband!), I got back into town in time to pick up Buddy a little early from school. We went to the park for some swings and slides. He loved it. We also had a steady conversation of raspberries the entire way there.

Raspberries

Flowers

This is one of the many reasons summer is my favorite season…my loves.

Putting the cog on the base. Genius.

I know the day will come when E sends a picture of Buddy and I feel something other than smoochie, cuddly, gushing love for this kid. But that day is not today. I fear becoming that parent so you guys will have to keep me in check. 🙂

I wish I could like this more than once, though I don’t know how many would feel sufficient. Just too precious!!

In his birthday suit, no less.

Meme was sweet to make Buddy a little first birthday cake. Celebrated on the porch at the beach.

Buddy loved the chocolate. I mean, he’s not crazy after all.

Blue eyes…

No, he can’t swim but he tries! Harry loves the pool!!