Saturday, January 7, 2012

first birthday party

Your first birthday party was a success! We had a nice party with all our family at grandpa and gigi's house.  I was a little worried that you might be overwhelmed, but you did awesome!
I think the only way to really document this is with pictures so here they come!


the spread of food.  thanks to all the grandmas!


loved these cupcake toppers.  finally broke down and made an etsy purchase!


month by month banner


mama and daddy got crafty and made your shirt


first under armour apparel :)




smash cake before


smash cake after


not too sure about it...






and now he's done.

your first birthday has come and gone.  now it is pretty much time to get you ready for kindergarten....slow down baby!




12 Months

<Our computer was down for awhile so I am going to do my best to get caught up!>

My baby is one year old!!! I can hardly believe how fast this year has gone.



never sits still!


you love, love, love bath time. we are all usually soaked by the end of it.
your hair is somewhat getting out of control, but we just aren't quite ready to cut it yet!



you are still a great eater.  you have become slightly obsessed with goldfish.
you are wearing size three diapers.
mama is starting to think about weaning you from nursing...you still nurse three time a day: early morning (to go back to sleep) before nap and before bed.
you are such a laid back, fun baby!
i think you are more laid back for everyone but mama and dad, but I think that's most kids :)

This smart little guy started walking on his first birthday and here's the video to prove it!


We love you Evan Jaimison.  You bring us so much joy!  Happy first birthday baby boy!


Saturday, November 12, 2011

Eleven Months

I can't believe this is going to be my last monthly update before our little boy turns a year old! This year has gone by so fast and has been the best of my life thus far.  I've heard people say this before, but can totally relate to it now-"being a mother is the hardest job you'll ever love"  I absolutely love being a mama to my sweet little Evan Jaimison.  Each day is something new.  Each day has it's tough moments and each day I love this little guy more and more.




Always on the go!


At eleven months you are:
starting to think about walking! you will take a couple quick short steps from the ottoman to the couch with your arms stretched out in front of you and eyes wide.  You can stand by yourself for quite awhile, but when you realize what you are doing you freak out and sit down right away.
finally in size 3 diapers! you can still probably fit into the size 2, but i refuse to buy anymore when we have plenty of the bigger size.
healthy after a 2-3 week run of being sick.  Started off as a cough/runny nose that lasted on and off for about 2 weeks.  I finally gave in and took you to the doctor (bad mama) and found out you were working on the beginnings of an ear infection. You took your medicine like a champ and have been a much happier baby.



you'll probably kill me for this someday, but I couldn't resist.  Poor sick baby.

still an amaaazing eater!   I feel so blessed to have a little garbage disposal and I'm hoping this lasts. I haven't found anything you don't like to eat!  Currently some of your faves are yogurt, oatmeal, bananas, cheerios, grilled cheese, turkey, mac&cheese, peaches, apples, green beans and the newest and healthiest....oreos!





Such a sweet boy.  Always wanting to share.

now the proud owner of 5 teeth!  Your top two have finally made their appearance.  Thank goodness.  I love my little gapped tooth baby!



Evan, we love so much and can't even explain how much joy you bring to our lives. Can't wait to celebrate your first birthday!!



Wednesday, November 2, 2011

Halloween

Cutest giraffe ever!




Evan, surprisingly didn't mind wearing his costume so he sported it pretty much all day long.  Jaimie had to work so we visited him at the hospital and then went to the grandparent's to do some trick or treating.  Evan loved watching all the kids running around the neighborhood and would try to talk to anyone who would listen.  All in all, it was a good first Halloween.  The little giraffe even scored some candy for mom and dad. :)

Saturday, October 8, 2011

Fall


I absolutely love fall.  Fave season by far.  I'm not too excited that fall turns into winter, but I'll enjoy it while it lasts.  The cool, crisp weather, smell of leaves and rain, everything pumpkin, baking goodies and chai-lattes are just a few of the things I love.  I've got my mums and pumpkin on the porch and spiced-flavored candles burning.

Fall is even more fun with a crazy, energetic baby.  Evan LOVES being outside.  We have gone on walks and played out in the fresh air as much as possible.




too much fun in the sun.

hope you all are enjoying this fall weather as much as I am!






Thursday, October 6, 2011

10 months!

T minus 2 months until the big one!  Not ready...


He's a little self-conscious about that double chin...don't tell him I posted this


And he's off...

At 10 months you:
have 3 teeth, all on the bottom and I am pretty sure you are wokring on more...snotty nose, sometimes fussy and constantly drooling
still wearing those size 2 diapers
are walking behind the walker wagon that used to be your dad's
say mama, dada or da-yee, uh-oh, daw(dog), mum-mum
get super excited when it's time to eat, you start smacking your lips and wave your hands in the air
still nursing around 4 times a day (give or take a few)
love reading/turning/ripping books
raise your arm up in the air toward the sky when you hear an airplane
are such a happy baby!