Birthday Bug

It seems like only yesterday we were anticipating the arrival of our little bug ... and now, we've just celebrated her first birthday! This year has absolutely flown by, but it's been wonderful to reflect back on all the "firsts" that we've had. Avery is growing and changing before our very eyes and we feel as though we're quickly transitioning from parenting a baby to parenting a toddler ... a little premature, perhaps, but the first time she spiked her cup during a meal and proceeded to throw all her food on the floor, piece by mushy piece, reality set in. We have now been ushered into the phase of pushing limits and experimenting with independence. Thankfully, we are also enjoying her new-found sense of humor, her amazing attempts at walking, and her ever-increasing cuteness. Just check out these pictures and you'll see what we mean ...


The birthday hat, hand-knitted with love by our good friend Alexis.

This smile is my absolute favorite!

The cake is ladybug, in honor of our "Bug."