a year of magical thinking

I remember the day we brought him home.  The sweet smell of him.  The tiny weight of him and feeling nervous that I could break him. I felt anxious and happy - like I had butterflies in my stomach.  I remember thinking "wow, he has a whole lot of hair!" I look back at these pictures now and think of what a magical year it has been and how immensely lucky I am to have this little person in my life.  

I'll leave you with some shots from Jackson's birthday party at my parents' house over the weekend.  We all had a blast - thanks to everyone who came to celebrate!  

Jackson eating his birthday noodles

bean bag toss

wagon ride for the birthday boy

ring toss

pumpkin hunt

pumpkin ice cream cake with loads of blue icing

homemade goodies bags with apple prints