Caden's 1st Birthday!

Saturday, June 21st was Caden's first birthday! We had a small party with a few of our friends at our house. I made Caden a puppy cake and he loved it! He had a great time smashing the cake and squishing it through his fingers. He did eat some, but he had more fun playing in it. His favorite new toy is a Tonka truck his Oma and Grandpa sent from the states. He has a great time pushing all the buttons on the steering wheel! Thank you for all the birthday wishes!

The first year went by so fast. He started out so small and sick and we are so thankful for the healthy boy he is growing up to be. Caden has blessed our lives in so many ways and we are overjoyed with his bright smile and his continuous laughter. God continues to bless our family every day.

This picture was taken the day Caden was born.

Caden with his daddy!

Caden's puppy cake.

While Caden is distracted by his hat, Dixie is sneaking some cake.

He loved his cake!

Happy Father's Day!

Today is Jake's first Father's Day! He is a wonderful dad and I am so thankful for the way he loves and cares for Caden. When Jake gets home from work, Caden crawls over to see him as fast as he can and can't wait until Jake picks him up. Even though Jake is tired after a long day, he plays with Caden all evening and even puts him to bed most nights. I love to watch them play and listen to them laugh. Jake always has Caden smiling and giggling. He is amazing and Caden and I are so lucky to have him!

I also want to wish my dad and father-in-law a happy father's day! We can't wait to come home and see you next week! We love you and miss you!