He is ONE

Weight: 19lbs 14oz (23%)

Length: 30" (50%)

I can't believe this is the last one!  And man am I glad... it has been nearly impossible to get this kid laying flat and smiling.  I have a camera full of these:

And here is my little baby and his growth.  I am really in shock (or denial) that he is ONE.  It is so different than when Claire was one.  He still feels like he's about 7 months old to me.  And I love it.  Claire grew up too fast (walking, talking, and being all mature) so I'm enjoying my little baby bubs.  

Here is his room (slowly coming together):

 I love this picture of Alex because it's sooo him.  And he's saying "oooooo" right here. I love this moment captured forever.  

His favorite thing to do is stand these days, he can do it forever and take ONE step and then he leans towards the ground completely giving up:)  

We had a family party for bubs a week ago and he was happy as a clam just playing with the cards, envelopes, and tissue paper.  Claire had a ball opening his presents. 

And he loved the frosting on his cupcakes! 

And just to throw his sister in here, she's gorgeous as always and the best big sister. 

I love my little man, Alex. It has been such a fun year.  He is my buddy and boyfriend. And I love that he loves me more than anything in the world.  Back at ya, bud.  

Five

Here they are at 5 months old.  Alex is spittin' image of Ben (minus the blonde hair and blue eyes) and Claire looks a little more like me (or my side of the family):

You decide:

Pulling all her toys in her new sled:

This girl is so pretty. 

This month we said goodbye to our pretty kitty, Minnie.  We loved her and had fun with her the last two years but my sister Anna took her to Chicago for a more permanent home. 

My little Valentine.  I love this boy.  He is such a great baby. We are so lucky. 

We love our little family!