One year. The fastest and slowest year of my life. It's been incredibly hard and incredibly glorious. I've made a ton of mistakes, learned from them, and will probably make a whole mess of different mistakes the next time around.
In the end, though, Billy's none the worse for wear, despite the inexperience of Mom and Pops. Love and dedication go a long way to making up for what you don't know.
The birthday extravaganza began last week when Gran and Grandpa arrived from NC. Then Ty and Charlie from Alabama. Everyone hit Taylor Grocery for the official birthday Friday night and kept Bill out way past bedtime. Then, on Saturday, a whole army of wee babes and toddlers for the party. Pics are better than words:
Ty brings the toy blitz.
Gran and Grandpa entertain Billy outside Taylor Grocery on their 38th wedding anniversary.
Ty and Charlie catch Billy in motion.
Grandpa treats Billy to some balloon action.
Next year, Billy will look like his party guests Sam and, uh, Sam. Shocking but true. Remember, this time last year he was a tiny little mewling thing in a bassinet.
Dump truck!
Seriously, moms, do you know what all this sugar is going to do to my system?
Whew.
