Zoo Day

Doug had the day off today, so he decided to take Caleb to the zoo! The boys first took me out for lunch during my break, and then took off for a fun filled afternoon at the zoo. It was Caleb's first time, and I think he had a blast! He's turning into a real animal lover, just like his Dad.

Here are my boys!

Caleb really loved that Cheetah. Now every time we ask him what the kitty says, he says "Rrrrrroar"!!!

Checking out the camels...

And a good day was had by all!

Sask Shout Out

Auntie Angie from Sask really wanted to see some Caleb pics tonight... so here they are! This weekend Caleb wore his prairie boy hoodie! We were thinking of the folks back home this weekend, and Caleb really enjoyed spreading some Saskatchewan pride!

We took Caleb shopping and bought him his first Magna Doodle. He was really grateful for his new toy.

Caleb had his first real haircut... Toews boys style. Doug pulled out the clippers and buzzed his head. He sat perfectly still while Doug worked his magic.

Here's the before... (sporting his mullet)

So exciting!

Hair in the mouth... yuck!

All done! What a big boy!

Fall Fun

This fall, Caleb was able to spend some time with Yvonne , Kyra, and baby Jayce. He had a great time playing with those kids, and Kyra was a great helper. Here are a few pictures from their playtime outside.

Photoshoot

My good friend Anj was babysitting Caleb for me last month while I was at work... and here's what they were up to! She is a great photographer, so if you'd like to check out some of her other stuff, she has a facebook page:

Anj Peters Photography

You can also give send her an email at anjpetersphotography@yahoo.ca if you'd be interested in having some pictures taken of your family or little one!

Birthday Party Extravaganza

To celebrate Caleb's birthday, Doug and I decided to throw him an awesome birthday party. There were friends, burgers, cake, balloons, and lots of presents-- all the essentials of an awesome 1st birthday party! My good friend Anj was the party photographer-- here are some of the great pics she took of the evening:

Caleb and his Auntie Kristi


One of the rare times that Micah gets to drink pop... (stay tuned for the after effects)

Welcome to the party boys!

Caleb was really excited that all of his friends could make it.

This one just melts my heart-- Keziah, you are so pretty!

What do you think they're talking about? Wedding plans, maybe?

Grandma and Keziah

Remember the pop? Here's what happens when a three year old and coke mix!

The birthday cake!

Singing happy birthday... At one point I thought he would break into tears, but he managed to hold it together!

Give me my cake! I've waited all year for this!

First bites... this is pretty good!

Mom! That's my cake!

Opening presents... and starting to get sleepy... not a good combination.

And once Caleb went to bed... everyone else decided to break in his new toys! Who knew toddler toys could inspire so much fun for a group of adults!

Thanks for coming everyone! Happy birthday buddy!

Happy Birthday to my little Boy

Happy Birthday Caleb! I can't believe you're a one year old already! It has been so incredible to see you grow from a tiny 5 lb baby boy, into a fun, active, joyful one year old!

Just days before you were born... I thought we'd have more time together... just the two of us.



But you came 6 weeks early... before you, I, or anyone was ready. You were so tiny and fragile.

But so peaceful and beautiful amidst so much pain and hurt.

The first time we met... I waited days to see you... and it was worth it. You were cuter than the pictures the nurses brought up to my room!

And then we got to go home together. Even though life was still not as is should have been, I was still so happy to have you home.

You slept, and grew, and smiled, and cried.

And all of a sudden you didn't look like a preemie baby anymore!

You smiled and laughed when the rest of us were crying.

And started to bounce around!

We went places together...

And snuggled in bed together to watch some TV when it was raining outside!

You started to eat all kinds of new foods... and loved them all!

And before I knew it, you were sitting on your own, then rolling, and now you're crawling and racing me around the house getting into trouble!

What a fun little man you've become. We have so many good laughs and giggles together.

I love coming into your room in the morning to see you standing and laughing in your crib. You're always so happy to see me. What a great way to wake up!

Caleb, this year has been less than perfect... but I am still so thankful to have you with me. Know that I love you deeply, and am so proud to be your mommy.