Happy birthday Levi!

Today my baby boy turns one! He is such a sweet, lovable little boy and we are so blessed that he is a part of our family. He is a lucky little guy with two big sisters who love him so much and really help take care of him. It's fun having a little boy in the house, even though he keeps me on my toes! Levi is the busiest baby I have ever been around. He's not walking yet, but is super fast in his crawling and cruises around the house to get where he wants to go. He is tall enough to reach the tops of most of our tables, which is a challenge keeping things out of his reach. So far, he is not as obedient as I remember his sisters being at this age....it takes quite a few 'no's' for him to listen, or at least look at me and continue with what he's doing! But, there has been progress! He loves playing with balls and his cars and the play kitchen. Levi also likes puzzles, at least scattering the pieces throughout the house, and LOVES books. If you ask him where his books are, he looks at the book bin, then crawls over to them shouting, "book! book!" He talks a lot, favoring the 'b' and 'd' sound. Lately, he seems very interested in vocabulary and really studies my mouth when I talk to him. He tries so hard to repeat whatever we say. It's very cute because he whispers new sounds or new words that I try to teach him. My favorite characteristic that Levi has shown is how cuddly he is. He loves being held or tickled or even just talked to. If he's not crawling around, he is climbing on my lap or leg for a cuddle...I love that! He is a great eater and will eat anything we offer him....and almost adult sized portions! He is a big boy!
Levi blesses our family with fun, cuddles, mischief and tons of boyness! We love him so much and thank God for entrusting us with his care as he grows and develops. We pray that he grows healthy and strong and becomes a good man, just like his daddy! We love you so much Levi!

Levi Michael - December 8, 2010

Good morning birthday boy!

My big one year old boy!

The girls love their brother. And the fact that he has a birthday. Because they get cake!

Levi says he loves you!