September Instagram

 Row 1: Labor Day weekend at the zoo, date night to the Carver wedding, my attempt at wheat bread, bike ride

Row 2: Peanut butter snack, warm fall day at the park, messy artist, Max's cake

Row 3: Birthday boy, playing in the rain, girls weekend in SLC.

 Also, Max got his first haircut. So handsome.

Norah attended her first dance class (those little legs in tights about killed me). She loves it and listens really well to her teacher, my cousin Kalie Wessman.

Finally finished our stencil in our master bedroom. Also took us a couple months - ha! So happy with it now that it's finished.

Family Pictures

 I love getting our family pictures taken in the fall. And my absolute favorite family photos have come from Jodi Thornock Photography. The kids did really well, despite being attacked by mosquitoes at the end! We got our photos done up in Brigham City near a quaint little farm, complete with cows and horses!

Here are a few favorites:

These are just some of them and I love them all! Now the difficult choice of which ones to put on our walls!

Max's Birthday

 We celebrated Max's birthday the moment he woke up. Logan and Norah came into his room with balloons and put them right in his crib. We immediately opened some presents when we got downstairs. He got a big ball from his siblings and a dinosaur toy from Mommy and Daddy.

 He had a lot of help opening his present. Luckily he didn't seem to mind!

After presents we had a yummy pancake and eggs breakfast (Max's favorite). 

Once dressed, he played in his crib for awhile.

 After a day of playing, we ate at Red Robin for dinner. Max thoroughly enjoyed his fries and bites of hamburger.

On Saturday we had a little family party. Ball themed for obvious reasons.

 Yummy spread of food.

 Max with Grandma Croft

Grandma Bradshaw, Grandma and Grandpa Croft

Norah waiting patiently for her food.

Cousin Chase, Max and Daddy (we missed the Krogues and Sam, Jenni and Marlee!)

Uncle Andy

Opening presents after dinner

Max got a fun catepillar toy, push popper toy, snacks and pajamas.

 Next it was cake time! I thought Bowmans did a great job on the cake!

 Seeing "Happy Birthday!" Max was very intrigued by the candle.

And diving into the cake!

And loving every bite!

Norah enjoyed it too - ha!

I think Max had a pretty good time!

Max is ONE!

 Happy 1st birthday to my sweet Max! The fastest year ever, in my opinion.

 Max got his pictures taken by my talented cousin Jodi. Find her site here.

A few things about Max at a year:

-He wakes up with a smile and greets everyone with a cheesy grin. I love walking into his room because of how excited he gets to see me.

-He is still nursing about 3-4 times a day.

-Loves food and likes to eat independently. Favorite foods are scrabbled eggs, raisins, cheese and fruit snacks.

-He has 8 teeth and 4 more on the way (his molars - poor swollen gums). They don't seem to bother him too much but has started waking up once a night because of them.

-He stands and has taken 1-2 steps at a time, but doesn't seem too interested yet.

-He weighs 21 lbs 7 oz (50%) and is 31 inches long (80%)

-He can climb stairs with ease, climb up on the couch, and open any cabinet or drawer. He LOVES getting in the bathroom and emptying my makeup, etc.

-He is very smart and tries to mimic everyone he sees. He is trying hard to talk and nods his head YES to every question I ask. 

-As much as he likes to be independent, he is constantly on my heels wanting to be held. He gives the best kisses.

-He has the lowest baby voice I've ever heard, but screams like a banshee. He is starting to throw tantrums already and rolls around on the floor.

-He is impossible to change/dress. He hates holding still on his back. Singing songs to him sometimes works.

-His favorite toys are generally not toys (mommy's chapstick, toilet paper tube, anything he can find on the floor).

-He loves being in the stroller and taking walks. Loves to be outside in general and doesn't mind getting dirty. Definitely a boy.

-He pretty much wants to do anything big brother and sister are doing.

-Doesn't have much patience for books but we try!

-Ever since he's been born, people have commented on his calm nature. He really has been an angel his first year. I couldn't have asked for a better baby.

Love you Max! Happy Birthday baby!