It's official...

You are walking.... 9 days after your birthday! We have yet to capture it on camera because you tend to fall everytime. You take 5-6 steps (more like running) and then dive towards us. It is so funny to you! We can't wait for everyone to see. You are offically a toddler, toddling around.

And here are a couple of my new favorite pictures, just because I can't post without posting pictures.

Happy 1st Birthday!

We can hardly believe what we've said to you today, Eli! It's your FIRST birthday! You stole our hearts a year ago when you entered our world. You have made us stronger as a couple and we thank you for that. We never knew how much love we had to share until you were born. You bring smiles to our faces on a daily basis when you giggle, talk, walk, smile, poop, whine, eat, sleep, play, etc. You have a huge personality and a huge heart to go with it. You love to "love" and give "kisses". You dance your sweet little heart out everyday and you love reading books too. Every word tends to be "dog", but we don't mind. You love to share meal time with Maggie, which happens to be 5 times a day (breakfast, lunch, dinner, and 2 snacks). We believe she has become very close with you for this very reason. And, don't forget Haylee aka "KIIIIIYYYYYEEEEE". She has let you pet her a few times (a few time more than mama thought necessary). We just celebrated your first birthday at our home with friends and family. You warmed up to the idea half way through and ended up in your "birthday suit" with chocolate cake all over you, dancing to Wagon Wheel! The most special birthday party for the most special birthday boy...

The Countdown Cont.

Eli ... 11 months


Eli ...10 months


Eli ...9 months


Eli ...8 months


Eli ...7 months

Let the 1st Bday Countdown Begin!

We can't believe it's been a year since we saw your sweet face for the first time! We are so excited to celebrate your 1st birthday. Thought we would share a few pictures of your growth. Stay tuned for the next six months! We love you,ELI FORREST!

Eli ... 6months


Eli ...5months


Eli ...4 months


Eli ...3 months


Eli ...2 months


Eli ...1 month


Eli ...birth day

Chatterbox

Eli has always been quite the chatterbox. This video is merely a glimpse into our daily conversations! P.S. Yes, he just finished pooping at the beginning of the video.

Happy 4th!

Happy 4th of July! You had a great day today hanging out with mommy and daddy. We went on another boat ride and you liked it the second time around. Yeah!!