Manistee Vacation

We were blessed to go up north to Manistee and stay with at my aunt's cottage this May.  I absolutely love West Michigan in the summer.  Madison, Kaden and I went up with my parents and Todd cam up later in the week for a long weekend.  The weather started off chilly but warmed up as the week went on.  Thankfully there is an indoor swimming pool so we could still have fun in the water.  Madison loved the water so we went everyday.  She however doesn't love the sand so it took some time and convincing to get to walk or play in it.  It was a fun week and a nice break from normal everyday life. 

Bike Fun

We had a nice weekend with great weather.  It was much needed after such a long winter and a spring that isn't sure if it's ready to stick around.  We decided to pull out the kids bike seat.  This was Kaden's first time since he was too little last year.  He had fun!  Madison loved it again this year too.
Madison is learning to ride her little bike so Kaden may get the majority of the rides in this.

Birthday Bash!

This year was the first of many joint birthday parties for the kids.  Since their birthdays are only two days apart, it made sense to have both of them celebrate at one time.  This year we did Mickey and Minnie.  Madison loves them and it was a great fit for Kaden's first birthday.  We had several family members and friends join us to celebrate and it was a lot of fun.

1!

Our little man is 1!!!
It's been a wonderful year with Kaden.  He has been the perfect addition to our family.  He is such a laid back kid and almost always happy which is a nice balance to our crazy girl.  Kaden is army crawling around the house and has started to pull up slightly on Maddie's bed and low chair.  He also gets up on his knees and trys to crawl normally.  This is great to see since he has been behind in this area.  The doctor said it has a lot to do with personality and since Kaden is so laid back, he may just take longer than more eager kids.  He is still far away from walking but he'll get there in his own time.
Kaden loves to play with Madison and read.  He is also happy to snuggle with mom.  He is working on several teeth, including his 1 year molars.  
Todd's mom was here on Kaden's birthday so we took her to see Meijer Garden's and then ate lunch at Twisted Rooster.  It was a fun day!

 

A few facts
Weight - 21 lbs 8 oz, 30%
Height - 31.25 inch, 89%
Head - 18.5 inch, 67%
Diaper Size - 4
Clothing Size - 12-18 Month
Sleeping - He sleeps from about 8:30pm until around 8am.

left: Madison 12 months, right: Kaden 12 months