Matthew, my baby

It's hard to believe it's been a year. Wasn't it just yesterday you were born? I remember two days before going to Nicole's wedding - boy was it hot! I remember the day before (Father's Day, our anniversary). Your dad & grandpa spent the majority of the day putting together my new elliptical. I remember the day you were born. I spent 30 minutes exercising on the new elliptical, took Nicholas to story time, made Nicholas lunch, got angry at Nicholas for spilling his milk (AGAIN!), and then my water broke as I cleaned up the milk spill! Then... there you were. My baby. You were beautiful. I was so happy you were a healthy boy! Life was amazing. Your brother was in love with you. Daddy was in love with you. I was in love with you. The time passed so quickly. You smiled, you cooed, you sat up on your own, you crawled, you laughed, you stole our hearts! Now you are 1. You are so affectionate. You are so demanding. You love to play peek-a-boo or chase. You love to clap your hands, turn your head to the side, drink pool or bath water. I can't wait to spend the next year with you, learning all about you. Happy Birthday, Dear little Matthew. I hope the next year brings you lots of joy, hugs, and kisses!