The next Pistol Pete?...

We are working on Baker's dribbling skills, not bad so far!

No more "sissy" outfits

Uncle Burt came over with some new clothes for Baker. Burton told us he was tired of seeing our boy in all these sissy outfits so he got him some "real men" clothes. We really do like them! Thanks Uncle Burt!

Shout Out to Uncle Burt!

Mommy had to add some cute pictures of me before church this morning because I was wearing my Uncle Burt's old outfit! I think I pull it off a little better than he did though! =)

Baker's 1st Birthday

Well it was not ideal weather, but we made the best out of Baker's first birthday. Thanks to everyone who came to share this day with us. Baker is truly blessed to great family and friends who love him. As you can tell Baker likes cake by the handfuls...

Splish Splash!!!

I finally remembered to bring my camera to the pool, and I am glad that I did. Baker is full of himself. Every time he would splash the water in his face he would laugh from the pit of his stomach! Glad we got a few moments on camera! And I had to throw in the sunscreen/nap hair picture! It was a great day!

10 Month Highlights....

Baker is getting so big. I can officially say that he is not a baby anymore. I love watching him grow and learn. Being home with him all summer has been such a blessing. I knew that when I became a teacher it would be a great job for a working mother, but I never knew how much I would truly enjoy my summers! I have gotten to watch Baker finally learn to crawl......and almost walk. I've gotten to watch him throw temper tantrums with the "fake cries". I've gotten to literally see a 10 month old be outright defiant! But I have loved his hugs....his open mouth kisses...holding up his arms wanting me to pick him up...healing boo boos when he falls flat on his big head =)...arguing with him... when I say mama and he laughs and says dada (I swear he does it on purpose). I love everything about him and I am so sad I only have two more weeks of summer! He is such a blessing and each day with him is a gift.

As for the months highlights.....picture 1 - a fun day at the park with mommy and daddy. 2 - Josh and Baker going to an SAE dinner. Josh was a proud daddy. And Mommy thinks her boys are just precious! 3 - I had to throw this picture in b/c it cracks me up. On the few occasions when I let my 10 month old watch his Praise Baby DVD, he cannot take his eyes off the tv. I literally can dance, scream, sing, only getting a kick glance, maybe smile, and he is back to his show. This is a picture of him laying out in his bouncy chair, completely captivated in his dvd. FYI- he would even look at me to take the picture. 4 - Baker's first time at the zoo with the Darnells, some of our favorite friends!!! He is growing up so fast. I can't believe we will be having a birthday in less than 2 months. Thank you so much for loving our boy and sharing in our lives!

Real Men Ride Bulls....

Baker enjoys going to the farm and seeing all the animals. Our pet bull (yes, I did say bull!!!), Norman, is very friendly and enjoys the company! Baker was not scared at all.....either was Norman! Baker is 9 months and still a peanut. Doc says he is still in the 10th percentile! I don't know how though, he eats everything. His hair is growing back fast and he has a fabulous head of hair (daddy is proud)! At least he is ahead of the game on that. He has yet to crawl....doesn't seem interested at all. He loves to pull up on things....including us, hold on, and walk. I am SO enjoying my summer with him. It is going by way to fast!