Swimming Lessons

Four weeks ago Brayden started in swimming lessons. We felt he could use the lessons as he was afraid of "deep water" and obviously felt it would be beneficial for him, especially now that he's almost 4. He was excited to go swimming as he loves to go to other pools and "play" or splash around in the shallow end. He was excited...until we got there. He was very scared the first day of the deep water and cried. He wanted to leave after about 5 min. The second session, Steve got his suit on and went in the water, which helped. The third session, Steve put on his trunks, but stayed out of the water. By this last session, we were just able to watch from the side while he did it all by himself...no tears, no hesitation. He loves it now!! He has about 6-7 weeks left so it's great that he's warmed up to it. Here are a few pics from last Saturday's lesson. Enjoy!

Burke's B-day Party

Yesterday we celebrated Burke's birthday with some family and friends. Here are a few pictures from the celebration. We had a great time. Thanks everyone for coming and for the nice gifts!

Happy 1st Birthday Burke!!

Today (4/22) our baby Burke turned 1 year old! I can't believe that the past year has gone so quickly. It feels like just yesterday that we were bringing him home from the hospital. He means the world to our family and like we always say, we could never imagine it without him.

He has such a fun personality and is learning more and more every day. He says "mama", "dada", "baba" (bottle), "ba bye", "nigh nigh", "uh oh", "this", and "duck". He is walking (running) everywhere now and can crawl up the stairs in about 30 seconds flat, when we forget to put up the gate. He's a quick one and definitely takes advantage of the opportunity.

He LOVES his big brother Brayden and gets to visit him almost daily at daycare. He's always on the lookout for him and follows him and imitates him all the time. They truly have a wonderful bond. It's so cute to watch them together. He lights up when he sees his big brother.

He is such a little ham. He loves to dance to music and he's alwas flashing this beautiful little smile with his 4 little teeth. It's hard to be strict with him when he's so cute!! I always say "it's a good thing you are so cute Burke!" Especially on those nights when he wakes us 2-3 times...

He also loves Max and gets kisses from him whenever he can. (and sometimes just holds his mouth open so Max can lick him...Gross, I know.) He just giggles and giggles. He also loves to splash in the dog water too, which he isn't supposed to do! Naughty Burke!!!

Happy 1st Birthday Burke!!! We love you SO much! We can't wait to watch you continue to learn and grow and become a wonderful little person. You were the perfect little addition to our family and we are now complete. We look forward to the rest of your journey!