The Year.

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I don't know how to adequately put into words what has happened this past year. We raised a tiny, precious, little newborn into a one year old. And I developed my most important life roll:

"Mama."


I look at my sweet baby who I've only known for a short time, but feel like he's been a part of me forever. His laughs, his cries, his smirks and noises...they fill up my soul. There's is nothing in the world like coming in the door after a long day and watching his face fill up with joy when he sees me and watching his feet kick uncontrollably from his sweet potato-covered high chair. His reactions perfectly mirror my emotions. It's no coincidence.



We've had many restless nights, groggy mornings and uneventful weekends. We've experienced frustrations, times of sadness and joy, blow-out diapers and morning/afternoon/nighttime baths. We've been on road trips, swing-sets, and airplanes. We've gone to the beach, the rodeo, weddings, and graduations.

We are not at all lost on what a gift he is. My eyes are baggier and my midsection is softer, but I carried him in my womb for nine months, and on my hip for 12...



We are forever changed. The words "mama" and "dada" have never sounded so sweet.






Sweet Baby Boy,
Your first year of life has been our best year of life. You made us a family...that's a big role for such a little boy. You have the sweetest personality and everyone sees it. You've never met a stranger or a sweet potato you didn't like. You love to cuddle with us while you watch Mickey Mouse and your little face lights up when they sing the "Hot Dog" song.

You are truly an old soul. We love to watch you go through your books; never rushed, always taking your time to see what each page has to offer. You love to open the shutters and stare out the window. Sometimes proclaiming a "huh?" when a car goes by or a squirrel comes into view. I love seeing the world through your eyes, appreciating the small details. We still can't believe you are ours to have forever.

Happy Birthday darling boy. We love you so.

























Photos by pic ryan photography

Homemade Baby Food Round-Up

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Since Jude is an eating machine lately, I thought it would be fun to do a post on some of the foods I make for him that he is loving. He has started being a little more adventurous with his food and it is honestly so much fun! If making hilarious facial expressions while you eat were an Olympic sport, this kid would seriously make the medal podium.






2 cups carrots, peeled and diced
1/2 cup cooked jasmine rice
1 cup canned coconut milk
1/4 to 1/2 cup water (or formula/breast milk)

Directions:
Cook the rice according to package directions and set it aside to cool completely. Next, steam your carrots until they are very tender; I do this with a baby food maker and it takes about 15 minutes. You could easily do it on the stove-top as well. Toss everything into a blender and blend until smooth. Add more water (or formula/breast milk) if you want a thinner consistency.
*This recipe yields approximately 12 oz. of baby food.


1 large sweet potato, peeled and diced
1 apple, peeled and sliced
1/4 cup canned white beans
1/4 cup water (or breast milk/formula)

Directions:
Steam sweet potatoes and apples together until they are very tender; I do this with a baby food maker and it takes about 15 minutes. You could easily do it on the stove-top as well. Toss everything into a blender and blend until smooth. Add more water if you want a thinner consistency.
*This recipe yields approximately 14 oz. of baby food.


1 can pumpkin (pure pumpkin, not pie filling!)
1 banana
1/4 tsp. cinnamon

Directions:
Steam banana until tender; I do this with a baby food maker and it only takes 5 minutes. You could easily do it on the stove-top as well. Toss everything into a blender and blend until smooth. Add a few tablespoons of water if you want a thinner consistency.
*This recipe yields approximately 14 oz. of baby food.


  • When Jude was 4-6 months old, I always used breast milk to thin out his baby food. Since he's a little bigger now, I just use water from the steamer. You can use formula as well. Whatever works best for you!


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