Niko Turns One

And he's loads of fun.

The day before Niko's first birthday he decided to walk.  Here he is.  We just love our little bug and can't imagine our family without him.  Hard to imagine just a year ago he wasn't (actively) a part of our lives.  He brings so much love and silliness to our world. 

Here he is taking some of his first steps.

And clapping for himself afterwards.  We were all clapping and hurraying.

Good Buddies

First Peach.

The broom shot.  Lovin' it,.

We love you Niko. Thank you for being a part of our family.

Grandma Ann visits

 We had a blast visiting with Grandma. Niko was happy to meet his grandma for the first time and Kobe loved goofing around with her. We played lots of games and ran around the park and Kobe, Dad and Grandma made a special trip to Coldstones for ice cream.  It was sad saying goodbye.  We had such a wonderful time.  Can't wait for the next visit.

Lounging around on the deck. The weather was fantastic.

Kobe's Birthday...3 years old!

For Kobe's birthday we invited the neighbors over.  Cole and Charlie are Kobe's two favorite people here in Olympia.  They live just two houses down. Kobe had a blast with them. 

Opening presents in the morning.

Niko wants to be a fireman, too.

The Party.  Hulk Hands were the main event.

The day before we went on a historic train ride up toward Mt. Rainer.  It was a beautiful ride.  Almost didn't make it to the train on time, however.  Kobe threw up his breakfast. Not sure why.  Perhaps the road was too windy.

Kobe the Barber

For Father's Day we all went to an air show.  Earlier that day Noah shaved his head.  Kobe wanted to help out.

At the airshow. Check out that shiny head :)

Father and Son Reunion

Niko loves strumming on the guitar and banging on drums (following after unc theo).  He especially likes dad's guitar and his big brother's (although Kobe usually proceeds to yank it away if so inclined).  We have loads of good stuff to upload, Kobe just turned 3 and told us last night."i love mommy, daddy, baby" and of course it made our hearts melt.  The boys keep getting more and more fun and beautiful. Will add more soon.