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Happy Birthday to Owen!



Owen's 1st Birthday!

Owen turned 1 year old on January 20th. That went fast!! It is amazing that it's been a whole year since he was born but fun to see how he's grown. He brings such joy and laughter to our lives. We are grateful everyday for the blessing God has given us in Owen. We were lucky to celebrate his birthday with family and friends. He got more presents than he needed but loved them all! Owen got his first taste of cake. He loved it but wasn't exactly sure what to do with it! (I will attach a video on another post.) Thank you so much to all who have helped and supported us this first year! Owen (and us) are lucky to have you in our lives!

 

Now that Owen is 1 he can...

-walk backward (it's pretty funny because he thinks it's hilarious)

-he's got a pretty good arm and can throw really well (likes to throw Buddy's ball to him)

-loves to dribble and "shoot" his basketball

-he has 8 teeth (and uses them to eat a lot!)

 

Hmm...I'm sure there is lots more but he had quite a list at 11 months and I can't think of what else he can do that I didn't list then! :)

 

 

 

The theme for his party was based on the book "The Very Hungry Caterpillar"

Admiring one of his new toys

Celebrating with his proud parents

Yummy!

Christmas 2013

We have the luxury of having most of our family close, but that makes for a lot of Christmases to attend! This year just happened to be Owen's first Christmas as well! We had a lot of fun but all of us were pretty exhausted after all was said and done! (It doesn't take much with an 11-month old and a pregnant mama!) We celebrated with both extended family and immediate family but the furthest we had to drive was Ames! We received and gave away presents but Christmas is about the ultimate gift. The Savior of the world was born. He was fully God but came to earth to die a painful death so that I may overcome death through my belief in Jesus Christ.  I know it is easy to get caught up in gifts, traditions and schedules (I do too!) but we need to stay focused on the real reason we celebrate Christmas!

33 Weeks

I know I took a long hiatus from blogging but I promise I will get you caught up! I'm going to start with an easy post and work my way into longer, more thoughtful posts. Here is a comparison of me at 33 weeks with this pregnancy and Owen. (I am currently 34 weeks pregnant...lol!) They are surprisingly similar!

This pregnancy

First pregnancy

Tyler is another year older (and wiser)

My husband just celebrated his 29th birthday! Sadly we are no longer the same age (we are the same age for about 2 months), but now I can learn from his wisdom :) January will mark our 12th year together! I was lucky enough to marry my best friend. I love him because...
-he makes me laugh every single day and he appreciates my humor too!
-he loves Jesus
-he loves our son and is an amazing father
-he is patient (much more than I am!)
-he is calm, relaxed, laid back (maxin' and relaxin', just chillin', takin' things as they come)
-he is loyal
-he prioritizes family and appreciates his upbringing
-he is a great role model to the boys he coaches
...and there are a million more reasons I could list but I don't really do the mushy stuff well and have reached my quota ;) I love you babe! Happy Birthday Hubby!

Owen is 11 months old!

Owen is now 11 months old which blows my mind! Where has the time gone?? Everyone tells you how fast time flies with children but I don't think you truly understand until you have your own! Owen is such a blessing and brings a smile to our faces everyday! God is good!

At 11 months old Owen can...
-walk
-crawl
-climb up stairs (not down yet)
-wave
-clap
-"snap" (he makes the snapping motion but it doesn't make the snapping sound)
-pray (folds his hands)
-sign...
   *puppy   *car
   *hat     *ball
   *please    *more
-blow kisses
-high five
-pound/knucks
-point to his toes, belly and sometimes ears
-do "so big"
-say mama and dada (but not necessarily to us specifically yet)
-say "buba" (Buddy)
-say nana (banana)

It seems like he literally learns something new everyday! He never ceases to amaze us! We love you big guy!!