Colby Turns 1!!!

As unbelievable as it was, Colby turned 1 year old on Sunday, December 7th! I still am having a hard time believing that my little baby is growing up and is now a toddler! We had a birthday party with about 30 guests on Saturday afternoon and into the evening. It was a great time and we hope everyone enjoyed themselves. The kids were really fun to watch, as I think they really enjoyed playing together (okay, more like stealing toys and chasing each other than 'playing'). Colby definitely got spoiled and we are very thankful for all of his gifts! He's got more toys than most 5 year olds, I swear! He's also going to be one of the best dressed boys around town too! Love little boy clothes!!!

The past year has definitely been amazing... we've had a lot of fun times and also some frustrating and worrysome times. That comes with the territory of having a baby, I guess! It amazes me where Colby learns all of the things that he can do... one day, all of a sudden, he'll do something new and shock us! He can now go up an entire flight of stairs and come down backward! So cute to see! He's a pretty fearless kid, which is causing some bumps, bruises, and tears! We are so lucky to have such a great little boy and are proud to be his parents!!

Colby had his one year check-up on Monday, Dec. 8th. Our regular doctor got called out to a delivery, so we had to see a different doctor. This was fine with me, as I didn't want to have to make another appointment and come back and wait some more!! He has continued on his weight gain path and is now about 25 1/2 lbs.! Wow! Guess he gets those genes from his mom!! His growth in height has definitely slowed down (to 75th percentile), as he is 31.1 inches long. He has 8 teeth now and all 4 eye teeth gums have been very white the past few days. Yikes! Teething pain is the worst!! The doctor asked a bunch of questions about what he can do and was impressed by his walking and running so early! He is only saying "Mom" and of course, babbles on and on, and we're trying to figure out if there are some "words" in there! All in all, he's a healthy, happy kid, which is good news after a not-so-great fall that we've been through!

Things have been really busy at work lately and I'm definitely ready for Christmas vacation. A definite perk of my job is the break at Christmas!! Our new dayhome is working out very well and we are very happy with the care that Amie provides for Colby. He has so much fun and doesn't ever want to put down toys, put on his coat, or get into his car seat. Sad for me that he doesn't want to come home, but good because he is having so much fun there! I think he definitely keeps Amie on her toes!!

Keep warm during this ridiculous cold spell we're entering!! Take care everyone!
Lesley