Our Birthday Boy!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NOAH!!

Today is obviously a very special day and we're looking forward to celebrating Noah's 1st birthday at his party later this afternoon. He'll pig out on some cake, be the center of attention, and ham it up in front of family and friends.

It seems so crazy to imagine how fast this year has flown. But in a way it seems like so much has changed, that it's gone by slow too. Tyra and I have learned so much about life, each other, how to truly love someone more than you could imagine, and at times it takes your breath away to think what a special gift being a parent is.

God has blessed us with a little boy that has taught us how to "live, laugh, and love" more than ever before. Of course, babies aren't very independent, but sometimes I think we need him just as much as he needs us. I don't know what I would do without seeing his face light up every day when I come home from work, hear him crack up when we tickle him, or laugh about his current infatuation with Elmo, lights and vacuum cleaners. I mean, he's been a part of "us" for 1 year, but what did we ever do without him? I think that's one of the neatest things about being a parent. Yeah, there are diaper changes (GROSS ones!), sleepless nights, less free time, and sometimes it's so busy you feel like you can't get anything done without someone tugging on your leg wanting to play. But, being a Dad this past year has taught me more about life and about God's love for us than I ever expected.

Here's to a great year, and many, many more to come!
Happy birthday to you! Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday Dear Noah!
Happy Birthday to you!

(I hope to post his 1-year video sometime Monday or Tuesday, and I'll include some more 1-year fun facts)