Two!!

Happy second birthday, Diego!! We love you so much and celebrate you today. You are sweet and funny. You bring light and laughter to our family. You are Griffin's shadow. You are our snuggler and runner. You are so happy to be around people and give smiles to everyone you see. It has been a joy to watch you grow for two years. We love you!

Three.

My sweet, rambunctious explorer turned three yesterday. We had a day full of his favorite places and things. Dinosaurs, rockets, and playgrounds! He may have opened a few presents and eaten some cake, as well. I am so looking forward to this new year in Griffin's life...the conversations, the discoveries, the friends, and the learning. He has grown in leaps and bounds in the last year--from toddler to little boy. I know that three will be just as magical and exciting. I hope this birthday was a glimpse of the wonderful year to come.

Happy Birthday, Diego!!

One. Happy first birthday, sweet boy! We adore you. Today we celebrate your life and the way that you are woven into the fabric of our family. You bring us joy every day with your laughter, squeals, curiosity, and love. Look how much you've grown!

Thankful: Two.

Between Jose's surprise weekend getaway, generous gifts from family, and many sweet birthday messages, I felt so loved on my birthday. I am grateful for a truly special, memorable day. One of my hopes for this new year is that I can more frequently, more fully express my gratitude and care for the people in my life. Not because I'm afraid I won't get another chance or anything morbid like that, but because it is immensely uplifting to give and receive those words of appreciation. So, thank you for a lovely birthday!

Celebration: Jose's Birthday, Easter, Diego's Baptism

This has been a big month for celebrating. Between birthdays, Easter and Diegos' baptism, it has been a non-stop party at our house. Well, not really. But, it has been fun capturing small, memorable moments.  The moments I hope our boys will remember. 

A special happy birthday to all those April birthday family members with whom we didn't have a chance to celebrate. Sending our love to you!