Year of the Charlie

Happy Birthday Charlie!!!
(this blog post contains Charlie picture overload, consider yourself warned)

What a fabulous year! We have loved it! I am constantly amazed at all the changes that have taken place in the last 12 months.

Here is a little about our baby (almost toddler) on his birthday:
-he says "Da-da" and is barely starting to understand what that means
-he LOVES going on walks holding your hands
-he loves stairs
-he has discovered clapping and thinks it is the coolest thing next to slapping tables
-he finds other peoples mouths and teeth absolutely fascinating
-has a whisper voice that I love and a shouting voice that makes me laugh
-has taken a few unaided steps but if he really needs to get someplace he tucks his head and crawls
-is slowly overcoming his fear of the vacuum
-gives wide mouth kisses that melt my heart
-is incredibly curious and examines everything
-has an obsession with drawers and doors

I am so excited for the years to come. We love you Charlie!