Natalie's 1st Birthday

Natalie had her first birthday on June 21st. For her birthday we had family come over and celebrate with us. Unlike Drew on his first birthday she didn't destroy her cake, she nibbled instead (more lady like).

She was a happy camper, she really enjoyed playing with the balloons.
Her tiara didn't stay on, because she constantly pulled it off, here we snapped a quick picture before she ripped it off.
Nana came all the way from PA to hang out with Natalie on her birthday!
This is Natalie's favorite spot. She is constantly chillin' underneath the piano.
Rachel and Matt.
Inger Darden (not pictured John "Richie" Darden)
Mommy and Natalie opening presents.

Drew wishing Natalie a happy birthday. He was excited for her. He kept saying "Natalie's birthday!" all day long!
Drew apparently lost some excitement here.
Drew and Ella.
Natalie checking out her new bookshelf.



Daddy and Natalie playing with balloons.
Aunt Kay Kay (Caitlin) and Natalie.
Uncle Spencer (Britta not pictured) and Natalie.
Stephanie did a great job with the cakes.


Here is a sample of Natalie's 1 year pictures from JCPenney.

Someone not to be named allowed Drew to dance on the counter top. He only dances to two songs, both of the Hip Hop Variety. This video was taken off a cell phone, so sorry the quality isn't top notch.

Thomas The Train, and hanging In Illinois

So this first picture is out of order, but neverless Drew loved being on an airplane. He has flown a number of times before but this was the first time he really was excited to be on an airplane.

This next batch of pictures is from our excursion to Thomas the Train in Heber aka The Heber Creeper. We went with our friends the Bradford's whose son is the same age as Drew. Natalie and Drew in this picture were playing with their balloon puppets, Drew got a bear and Natalie got butterfly.During the actual ride Drew and Adam couldn't stop looking over the edge. It was difficult to get Drew to look for a picture. He could've spent all day on the train ride.
Josh had to lean over the edge and look back at Drew for this shot.



Drew with his friends the Bradford kids.

Natalie giving Drew a hug. They can be very loving at times.
Family picture with Mr. Topemhat.


Drew and Adam really enjoyed the tent with all the Thomas toy trains. It was hard to get Drew to leave.

Natalie has a couple of chompers!!! She actually has 4 on the top as well.Drew at Grandma's house making a mess.
Mommy and Natalie at the Byron park.

Great Grandma Jellum with Natalie.
Natalie loves being on the swing, as you can tell.

Drew took this picture all by himself, not too bad!

This was on the way to the town Memorial Day parade. The firetrucks go down the street along with cars carrying veterans. They throw candy out to the kids, and Drew scored big time.

Natalie clapping for those that have protected our country!
Chillin' time.


Eric in the "special swing".