Moving on...

I HATE saying goodbye to Graham's baby stuff.  I know, I know - all phases are good (thank you for this gem of knowledge - people that feel the need to point out how all phases are great, so I shouldn't be sad - REALLY? - I will also add this to the "really smart things to say list").

Anywho - I LOVED, LOVED, LOVED the Baby Bijorn.  I wore it to the grocery store, on walks, to the dog park, antique shopping, etc.  I was wearing it just last month.  I would continue to wear if it didn't break my back and give me chronic shoulder problems because my once small babe is now a beefer.  People have looked at me with the "oh mam, he is too big for that" eyes and I am finally caving and saying goodbye.  After all, all these people are way better parents then I am, so I am taking their passive advice and giving up the Bijorn (I mean he is almost as big as me). 

So, Goodbye Bijorn, I will miss your hands free assistance.

WAIT A MINUTE. 

They" make a carrier that is rated to 40lbs or 3 years.  That's right 3 years - what what!  I literally sped to the store and bought it!  So, say hello to my new Ergo Carrier (did I mention it's organic - holla).

  That's right, passive eye lookers, eat your heart out - I will wear G until he is 3 or maybe even 4.  I might even take him to kindergarten in the carrier.  Judge if you will, but having a large baby on my back is priceless in comparison to lugging a stroller around, or not getting to go to my favorite stores b/c the isles aren't wide enough, or having both hands free.  Not to mention I love having him that close to me and he LOVES it too.  So, Mr. and Mrs. Glaring Eye Roller Rollers...don't judge I could be breastfeeding in the carrier (you really can do that in this thing) - hmmm, something to think about.

Consider this G (with a 90's chili bowl) and me on his first day of kindergarten (after I wanter the morning pansies -right?).  And remember you aren't carrying the 40lb kid - I am!

Let's Hear it for the Organic Ergo Carrier!

Victory

Graham turned one and is a new man, he has overcome his fear of the big tub (and I didn't even have to get in with him).  Now he hears the water going, runs to the bathroom and trys to climb in with his clothes on.  So we went from freaking out to deep sea diver - strange.  His Nana got him new tub toys for his birthday and that really lured him in as well as some mood setting from DA.

Hated it, switched off the fear, LOVES it. 

He is SO advanced.

Let's Hear it for the Boys.

Let's Hear it for my Baby.

Brat

Graham got this ball for his birthday and he LOVES it.  Well he is not the only one in our household that LOVE LOVE LOVES it.  In fact, Landry thinks she won't have to share if she sleeps on it - RUDE.  By the looks of this picture, maybe I shouldnt want to share with her.

Haircuts Halloween

G "acting" like a horse.

Let's Hear It for the Boys.

Spooky Dinner...

We had our 2nd annual Spooky Dinner with our Community Group.  I would say it's spookiness improved from 2 years ago.  I know after you look at this post you might think, "man the first one must have been extra extra lame" and to you I say, you're just jealous.  

Attendees:

The Cholicks (not pictured: Anabelle)

Some Selfs (Not pictured: John and Ethan)

The Hummels

Spooky Food:

(G - not spooky, just leftover decor from afternoon birthday party). 

Two parties in one day, I was really flexing my hostessing skillz.

Next year:  Costumes are on the agenda.

Let's Hear It For my THEMES (singing one key and beautifully - like the song)

I'm One

Waking up to two wonderful singers serenading "Happy Birthday" and some birthday hat pictures. 

Lucky Boy - Check

Details - Check

Birthday Shirt - Check

Mom and Dad - Check

Candle, Singing and Gifts - Check

G's favorite Organic Sweet Potatoes (I added some cinnamon and butter for an extra special birthday treat - lucky lucky boy).  Before everyone freaks out - I got the adults cookies (thank you Groupon).

So far the favorites are the Little People Airplane, Fridge Magnets, Leap Frog Book, and Cat with Piano Teeth.  If your gift wasn't listed, be warned it will be a favorite by next week. 

G is easy to please.

Thank you for all the gifts, we never expected so much.

Birthday Nap - Check

Birthday Bath (in baby tub) - Check

Watching the World Series (nakey) with DA - Check

Night Night with his favorite person - Check

Mike came in and read us two birthday books and said a sweet prayer of thanks for our last year with Graham and asked for the Lord's blessing on our year to come.  I won't bore you with all the great things I love about my son, but there are many.  This has been the best year of my life and I am pretty sure his also (Graham, that is). 

Graham had a great birthday. Thanks to Mike's family for helping cook and clean and thanks to my family for driving all the way from Ft. Worth.  We appreciate all you have done for Graham in the past year.

Birthday Plans

Kelsenator made this great invitation for G's birthday.  Don't feel bad if you didn't get one, we did immediate family only (no need to thank me for not making you endure another 1st b.day party).  Before you get ahead of yourself, there will be many more parties to come that you will likely be expected at. 

Consider it a furlow this year. 

Kels - The invitation turned out perfect, even if it was made with the "original" version of photo shop.  Thank you for being so helpful and thoughtful.  Graham and I LOVE being friends with you.