Really...we are 1 already?

Little man turned ONE on wed. I really can't believe that it has been a whole year since we held that little 7 lb 8 oz football in our arms the first time. I looked at Ben today and asked "Do you remember where 2009 went?" he replied "its sitting in the back seat". Really it has been a year of wonderfully hard lessons and growth for all of us.

We had a little birthday party for the little guy on his birthday. Mimi and Pops were here to celebrate with us. I'm not sure Noah really got what was going on, but he kept us laughing. We let him eat (*destroy) a cake which really was more entertaining for us than for him. He started out by tasting it with one finger then when dad showed him that this stuff is squishy, he stuck both hands in and grabbed handfuls. It was hilarious. And since it was 30 mins until his bedtime, he then rubbed his eyed with his icing covered hands and got cake and frosting from the top of his head down to his belly. HE wasn't really into opening presents, but man he sure did love playing with all the new toys that were now in his box. Elanore Brainard is also turning one in a few weeks and she and Noah will be having their "CandyLand" birthday party this coming weekend. We (the adults) are super excited to have an excuse to get together and watch yet another cake smashing!

Noah, we love you so much and are reminded every day of our merciful God who gave you to us to look after. We have loved every day this past year with you. You are such a joy little chongo!