Hampton’s First Birthday

My BABY is ONE!

October 24, 2014

I can’t believe this day is here. It seems like yesterday that we were bringing him home from the hospital. So much has happened in this year. Hampton smiled, yawned, grasped my finger, laughed, rolled over, sat up, crawled, took his first steps, ate solids, ate his first bite of sugar, played with Pippa, took many walks with mommy, fell in love with Thomas the Train, learned to take naps (because he wasn’t as a newborn) and to sleep through the night. He has had so many firsts.

This little boy was an angel sent to us. I’m convinced of that. Sure, he’s not perfect, but he has brought us so much joy, happiness and I’m a little embarrassed to say, pride. He has taught me a great deal of patience and how to live on little to no sleep. He has taught me how to love unconditionally and to forgive quickly. He has brought me to my knees in prayer many times and for that I am thankful because my relationship with God has grown so much this year. He makes me laugh and smile every day. I still can’t believe God chose me to be this little boy’s mommy. I am so blessed. Happy birthday to the sweetest little boy in the world. Mommy and Daddy are so proud of you and all of your accomplishments this year. We can’t wait to watch you grow and mature through the rest of your years. We love you more than words can say.

Hampton’s First Birthday Party

October 20, 2014

Hampton’s first birthday party was wonderful! On Saturday we celebrated my baby boy and we were so blessed by so many family members and friends who came to share in our joy. We picked pumpkins, did a pumpkin craft, played games, bobbed for apples, dressed in our best Halloween costumes and of course, ate lots of cake. This fall festival theme party was definitely a hit in my book.

Hamp really enjoyed his first bite of sugar and indulged in his slice of cake. He was one happy baby. His birthday is actually not until Friday, so I’m enjoying these last few days of my eleven month old before he begins his second year. This year has been so incredible. God blessed us beyond words with this amazing baby boy. He makes us smile and laugh every day. He has been such a blessing to so many people and he has the sweetest temperament. I couldn’t be more proud of him. Happy (almost) Birthday, our sweet little angel!

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Mama Mondays Link-Up

October 13, 2014

Hi mamas! We are officially 5 days from Hampton’s first birthday party (insert panicked scream here). I got so much done over the weekend, but of course my mind is racing and I keep remembering different things I wanted to do but don’t have time for now. Then there is all of the last minute details that must get done this week. I am trying to keep the food very simple so that I’m not super stressed over it, but I have seen so many cutesy “Halloween bark” or “Scarecrow mix” (thank you, Pinterest) that I would also love to make if I have time. Who knows how this will end up! haha On the plus side, all decorations are up and look fantastic! That’s something, right? Here’s to hoping that this party turns out perfect for my little man!

Emotionally, I have definitely broken down twice this week. Hampton has started walking all over the place. He has been taking steps for a while but now he walks across the entire room before he falls. Saturday he walked across the room and looked up at me like he was so excited and proud of himself. Of course I lost it. My baby is growing up and it happened in the blink of an eye. This first year flew by faster than I was prepared for.

Did you miss my post about the pumpkin patch and Hampton’s first zoo trip?

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Mama Mondays // Catching Up

September 29, 2014

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Hi mamas! I hope you will hop around with Leslyn and I today! Link up your mama posts from the last week and visit a few other blogs! Who doesn’t love to swoon over cute little babies?

This past week has been very eventful, and this week is no exception. I got so many birthday projects and planning done including ordering Hamp’s cake and making his birthday banner! We are getting really excited about his party. Less than three weeks away!

This week we have ball games, and dinners to attend as well as plans to take Hampton to the zoo for the first time and the pumpkin patch! I am hoping to get some cute pictures of him to use at his party. Speaking of pictures, we had his “one year” pictures done this past week! They turned out so beautiful and I can’t wait to share them with you!

Here are a few things you may have missed from last week:

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Can’t seem to manage to keep the house clean? Check out my Simple Cleaning Schedule!

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