1 year

My dad has always told me as you get older each year goes by faster than the prior - this past year I have learned just how right he is!  It feels like just months ago Cole surprised us with his early arrival, it's unimaginable to believe it's already been a full year! Drew, Cole and I hosted a triple birthday party on Sunday to celebrate Oliver, Cade & Cole's birthdays.  While Cole got a little overwhelmed mid-party, he seemed to really enjoy having his friends over to celebrate (for the most part).  Here are lots of pics. from the party...

Vivian, Micah & Cole

The only pic. we got of all the birthday boys with us moms - this was about 2 seconds before a major breakdown :(

Cole was still a bit too overwhelmed when it came time for eating cake in the kiddie pool - hopefully Cole will eat some of his cake  at his upcoming family birthday party.

Cade had no troubles eating his cake ;)

Oliver & Heather

After our house cleared out we tried to get our final month birthday photo of Cole.  I think Drew and I agree, the staged monthly photos are ending just in time - Cole doesn't sit still very well any more.  He's officially 1 and on the go constantly!

The only way we could get the sign right side up : )  Good thing he loves being upside down!

Cole was so exhausted after his day of celebrating he fell asleep mid-bottle. I couldn't resist snapping a few shots of him sleeping so peacefully.

Cole's exhaustion definitely carried over to today - he hasn't even been able to open his presents yet!  Hopefully he'll be up for unwrapping gifts tomorrow :)

We had his 1 year check up appointment this afternoon - 4 shots later Cole was ready for bed.  

The great news is Cole is continuing to grow at an astounding pace:

Height 28 1/2" (10th percentile)

Weight 19 lbs 8.5 ozs. (25th percentile)

Head circumference 46 cms (55th percentile)