Happy Birthday Thomas! Friday was Thomas's first birthday. I really don't know how this past year has gone by so fast. In this past year, Thomas started by fitting right in and being adored by his big brothers. He then welcomed his younger cousin Lucy 2 weeks later, then Sloan 9 weeks later and Cobb almost a year later. He is the happiest baby, great eater, not so good sleeper and very easy going and laid back. He loves to play with toys (any but really likes Luke's little ones), explore, read books and make messes. He has started walking around 11 months and has really gotten more stable and good at walking around. He now walks from room to room. He has 8 teeth and curls on the back of his head. He pretty much has a smile on his face all the time. He loves playing and watching his brothers but really adores Luke because Luke adores him just as much. He loves being outside and playing in the grass. He is such a sweet and loving little one. You are such a wonderful blessing to us that lights up our days. We love you to the moon and back.
The circus was in town this weekend, and Friday afternoon we went to see the elephants. Luke was very excited until he saw the clowns. They scared him so bad that he wanted to go home. Finally, they moved far enough away for him to calm down and watch the elephants walk down the street and into the park. 
Friday evening, Luke helped make the cupcakes and cake for his party. Like I said before, he wore his helmet, knee pads and elbow pads all afternoon. 
