Milestone - Walking

Zach has been taking a couple steps here and there.  But tonight, on his first birthday, he was a walking fool.  He was taking 10+ steps with confidence.  It is amazing to watch this little person figure things out, especially how to balance and walk.  We are so proud of you Zach!!  And what a memorable moment for us on his 1st birthday :)

1st Birthday

Today is Zach's 1st birthday.  It is so hard to believe an entire year has already gone by!!  Eric and I are so lucky to have such an amazing, snugly, patient, happy and adorable little boy.  He was quite challenging as an infant, but has grown into such a rewarding baby that fills our home with laughter and smiles. 
After work today, Griffin and Aunt Kris stopped by to say Happy Birthday to Zach.  We decided it was the perfect time to give Zach his presents.  Of course both Jake and Griffin were drooling over the wrapped gifts and could not wait to tear them open.  But they were very patient and let Zach enjoy a couple minutes trying to figure out exactly what these big piles of paper were.  Eventually we gave in and let Jake & Griffin open the presents for Zach. 
Mommy's business partner, Jennifer, got Zach a little cake.  So after dinner we were excited to watch Zach attack the cake.  Much to our surprise, he barely touched the cake and when we fed him some he started to cry.  We were shocked because he inhales every piece of food (no matter what it is) that is in front of him.  So we will chalk this up to practice for the family party on Saturday.
Happy Birthday baby boy!  We love you so much and thank you for bringing so much joy to our lives.

Church Festival

Last night we went to St. John's church festival.  Zach enjoyed watch all the action. 

Ready to Walk

Zach is so close to walking.  He is obsessed with his walker, but gets upset when he gets stuck because he wants to keep going and going.  There have been several times when he stands completely on his own, and he took a couple steps from the ottoman to the couch.  Looks like it will be any time now.

Papa's in Town

Zach was so excited to have a special visit from Papa.  Papa was on a work assignment in Dayton and came to visit us over the weekend.  The boys were so happy to have him around.