Happy Birthday Josiah!

My baby boy turned 1 today.

It’s crazy how time flies!  He has developed into such a clever, affectionate little tank of a man I couldn’t have even imagined a year ago.  I always wondered how I would be able to love a second child as much as Chloe but it is absolutely true.  I don’t love Chloe any less I simply love him too–it’s as if my heart grew.  🙂

5 days old--just chillin' in his bouncy seat.

And here he is today--showing on his finger that he is "1 year old!" What a smart boy! 😉

Chloe has been a big part of Josiah’s life (as to be expected…)  She was VERY excited to finally meet the baby when I was still pregnant and we did a lot of preparing her and explaining.  A LOT of explaining.  She’s a talker, that girl.  🙂  But we were delighted at how exceptionally well she jumped right into the role of big sister and has continued to be a wonderful help.  It’s amazing how much she has grown over the past year as well!

Chloe holding Josiah at the hospital--she loved him right away!

Chloe and Josiah this morning--she still loves her brother!

We had a pretty low key day (Josiah was actually feeling a bit under the weather and had a fever on Tuesday).  We did go to the beach with the Baker’s this morning which ended up being a bit chilly for a change.   Other than that we didn’t do much–he did get to open his box from Great Grandma Fritz which was some awesome trucks that I’m sure he’ll LOVE when he’s feeling better.  🙂

We’re celebrating on Sunday so I’m sure I’ll have more pictures to post then.