Party Machine

Mateo celebrated his first birthday on Saturday, which included hanging with the big kids and eating two, count 'em, two! cupcakes (okay, they were mini cupcakes, but still...). Fun was had by all.

Vero, Armani, Andre and Lexi made the trip from Spokane for the occasion. Mateo just loves his cousins! We swear Armani is a baby whisperer.

Mateo Is Number ONE!

Today was Mateo's first birthday! No party, since it's a school night. We'll party it up a little on Saturday. Today, Mateo ate steak (effectively chewed it up with his 6 extremely sharp little teeth) and a pint-sized cupcake. He especially liked the frosting...but who doesn't.





We can't believe he's already one! The year went by in a blink. It's been a wild ride! Mateo brings us so much joy...we couldn't imagine life without him! He talks all the time, and has a few distinct words in his repertoire. The little guy crawls super fast, and is just about to walk, we think. He's very good-natured and happy...we love him so much and look forward to many more birthdays to come.

Mateo's First Halloween!

In honor of the occasion, Mateo donned two costumes. While on the outside, he may look like a little monkey...





He's all scary skeleton on the inside! ;-)





He had fun walking around downtown at daycare. On Halloween, we went over to Ambika and Paul's to have some fondue and lamb burgers...yum! Next year, we're all about trick-or-treating.