hap birt

is what I like to call 

a half birthday celebration

and cue jasons smirking face when I called it that :) 

happy half birthday Arend Joseph Pater

my oh my

when people talk about time flying they sure aren't kidding

and I feel like this pretty much every day 

seems bizarre that in the last six month 

arie has learned to do so much, changed, grown and has gained a little personality 

and just thinking that in the next six he could be WALKING!

yeah time can slow down! 

so with first kid syndrome and time on my hands we decided to celebrate

with cake and all of course

[only half a cake though]

Started by getting his picture taking!

Yipppeee!

which it may look calm but I made 78 buster, whistle and giggle noise

accompanied by repeatedly putting the number back down and the elephant out of his mouth! hahah

he is really thinking about moving

but i am very content with him not! :) 

at least for now

second up

soaking up the cuddles before moving him into his bed

third

boat ride!

oh you know being chill and relaxing

family selfie

another fresh air nap

fourth cake time

for the mama and papa

sorry buddy...you have to wait for the big ONE party!

and that was our day!

so not sure on Arie's stats yet because his doc appointment is next week

but I know he feels heavier :) 

he is still in six month clothing!

he likes to play on his tummy and kind roll or go in a circle until he gets to the toy

he has tried more food.  carrots.  sweet potatoes. prunes. 

he likes to put pretty much everything in his mouth

i love to make him giggle and smile 

he enjoys looking around outside and taking it all in

and still loves his standing gym thing the best!

We love you so much Arie.

we can't wait to see what the next six month brings, but hoping you will do it in slow motion please :)