Friday, January 27, 2012

A Year Already?!

Though I can hardly remember what life was like before he came into our lives, it also seems hard to believe that a year has passed since I held him in my arms for the first time.  
We started our birthday celebration the evening before the big day, with a meal at McDonald's after church. Our McDonald's here (our only "link" to America in this city) was recently remodeled.  It was a 2.5 million dollar project that boasts its splendid luxury.  This two-story fast food restaurant looks like it dropped out of the sky and landed next to our city train station.  It is quite a treat to eat here, and it is family tradition that we go to McDonald's for each child's birthday.


{Below}  First french fry from Daddy.  I can promise you we do not normally feed our babies this type of food.  He probably will not get another french fry until his 2nd birthday!  But, a birthday is a birthday, and we all need to splurge a little...

{Below}  And, just to prove his transition into "toddler-hood," he made us a pretty little mess to clean up when we got home.
{Below} Micah's gift from his Mimi, who faithfully sends a little shopping money for each of her grandbabies on their birthdays.
{Below} The "binky cutting ceremony."  When our Brianna turned one, we cut the rubber off of her binkies and this has now turned into a tradition for the babies in our home.  Before you think we are too terribly mean, remember that Micah does not even know it is his birthday!
{Below}  Binkies all ready to be thrown away.  Micah did have a super fun time playing with them before they were tossed!
{Below} Always the center of our attention and love, this child never lacks for a playmate!


{Below}  Who knew that carrot cake could make such a good track for a toy motorcycle?!
{Below}  Then, off to the bathroom to meet Daddy and the hair clippers

{Below} Those sweet, sweet curls that I twirled round and round my fingers countless days and nights will be missed....  Oh, so missed....  

My big boy is growing and joining the ranks of being a kid, right along with his brothers and sister.

Happy Birthday, my sweet baby boy!  No matter how old you get, you'll always be my baby.

14 comments:

  1. Such a sweet post! LOVE(D) his curls! We are also a binky cutting family! HA! Happy Birthday to adorable little Micah!

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  2. What a gorgeous gift from God and a smart tradition to stop binkies. When the Lord gives me children I hope you won't mind if I borrow this method.

    Yours,
    Alexis

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  3. Ahhhh...sentimental blog post for sure. I can hardly believe it's been a year already!!!

    HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BIG BOY!

    It was so wonderful to see you on skype video. It surely made me miss you!

    Hugs from far away!
    Anna

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  4. He is so cute! Looks like he had a fun day :)
    I have never heard of a 2 story McDonald's wow!

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  5. You are such to joy . Really so good it gives me a good feeling
    To get your e-mail Mica is really growing and he will always
    Be you baby that is what my 100 year old mother told me before
    She passed away love you

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  6. Happy Birthday to your baby! :) You mothers aren't mean for cutting those binkies at one year old. I took them away from my babies when each one was old enough to take it out of his/her mouth and play with it - right around 3 months old! LOL They did fine with it. They're all adults now and not one of them has a scar from having their binky taken away! ;)

    Your little guy was so cute in the picture of the cake all over his tray. His little belly is just too cute in that pic! He's adorable!

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  7. Happy 1st Birthday, Micah!!! Oh, I just love all the pictures and what a special birthday celebration! *Hugs*

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  8. I don't know how to post comments on your blog, but I enjoyed sharing Micah's first birthday! Thanks for taking time to keep us all updated. You and David and your family are a blessing to me.

    Love,
    Mrs. Z

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  10. Reminds me of my little Jesse who turned one in November. We also made him a carrot cake. Little boys are so fun!

    I've been reading your blog for awhile and enjoy keeping up with your family. We met years ago in OKC (formerly a Marshall). Thanks for faithfully serving with a happy heart.

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  11. AWE! Happy Birthday, Micah!!! I can't believe how fast they grow! Makes me want to cuddle my little Daniel closer now!

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  12. He is adorable!!!!!
    Mrs. Hickman

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  13. Micha's birthday?! Happy Birthday Micah!!!

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  14. AWWW I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE THIS!!! Sooo SWEET!!!
    What a super duper cuteee cake and it looks like he really WAS spoiled for his first bday:))) What a great one!!! ;D
    Such a cutie baby;))) <3

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