Budder's Big Bash!!

I'm one!

So, this has been a pretty big week for our Little Man. He not only had his first birthday, but a couple days later took his first steps. The party was "Dr. Seuss" themed and even had a special appearance from the cat himself! Thanks to Grandpa Rick (Shanda's Dad), he was quite the entertainer! We couldn't be more stoked for this big ball of joy.. and I mean, big. He's quite the little tanker. Hope you enjoy as much as we did!

Nathan's always there to greet you with a High 5!

His favorite kid to play with, his Daddy!

Play time with cousins...

More fun with cousins.. Look how big Natalie's kids are!

Erik has skills! And a mohawk!

Cat in the Hat! On a unicycle!

Daddy, Mommy & Grandpa Rick

His Dr. Seuss-inspired cake.. super fun!

He wasn't so sure about all the frosting.. he's more of a cake kinda guy...

Budders is quite the little funny guy.. always making everyone laugh!

I wonder who taught him how to do that?? ;)

Trying to capture those first steps... wait for it.. wait for it!

Grandpa is a great coach!

Nana is quite the cheerleader! Let's go Nae!!

No way! My brother is smiling! Success! Haha.. I love this picture!

Family

And last but not least, the birthday boy's favorite guy! He just loves his Daddy!

And we just can't get enough of him! Happy Birthday, to our big boy!

Secret.. Secret!!

So, friends... I need your help. Blame it on a loss of sanity, I guess, but please just help me out here. I have just begun the process of buying a house. Well, if it all works as planned. And that's where you come into play.

I am a firm believer in the power of positive thinking. "If you build it, they will come" kinda stuff. And I have been in overdrive here trying to "secret" a house. My friends and I are always "secreting" stuff.. mostly its on a smaller scale. Front row parking spots, concert tickets, or a hilarious and a tad bit rich, beautiful boyfriend... hey, 2 out of 3 ain't too shabby. But now, I'm taking it to a whole new level. So, I'm just looking for a little extra oomph. If I get a bunch of my peeps secreting along with me, there's no way it won't work out. And this is something that will benefit all of us. Open invitations for girlfriend parties and get-togethers for life!

I just put offers down on three charming little houses in Old Towne Orange... and I just need one of them to take. So thanks in advance for all your positivity and I hope house warming party invitations are in the near future! And maybe wedding invitations if that other "secret" comes true too.. :)

Love you all! Hope this finds you happy and healthy...