So today we celebrated Ari's first birthday. We partied at the Goldberg house and lots of family joined in the fun. I baked a cake and cupcakes for Ari - in the jungle theme. I feel like I have satisfied a major duty of parenting by making my son's first birthday cake, plus a photo to always remember (since I am pretty sure that he won't recall the event).
Ari's Birthday Celebration
Lavi and I are really proud parents - and we love him more and more by the day (I don't even know if that is possible). The year flew by like a blink - we cannot believe how big he is and all that he is doing these days. The vacation was really a great chance for us to spend lots of time with Ari and experience all that he has been learning in the past weeks. He is fully standing on his own and taking steps here and there. He loves walking around (holding hands) - and really enjoyed feeling the sand between his toes on the beach. He grins at so many people, and is open and willing to interact with new faces. He babbles a lot - but is speaking more in sentences now, which is quite adorable. He knows how to play music on his lips and does it frequently. He also knows how to make noises with his tongue on purpose and does that frequently as well. Ari also tries to brush his hair lately, he claps a lot and he often takes my hand to show me what he wants me to do. He is communicating well and letting us know what he needs. As always, he laughs and smiles and enjoys a good joke. He is very curious and loves pointing at things and poking stuff. Ari has also become quite cuddly and likes to snuggle up for a good hug. I love this new stage - it is such a special moment when he takes the time to let me know that he wants to be close to me and get a hug and a kiss, or just lay next to me in bed. We are looking forward to what year #2 will bring - I am sure it will be busy and full of surprises!
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