ONE!

As hard as it is to believe, our first little baby has finally turned one! On January 12, 2007 at 3:26pm we gave birth to a beautiful little girl named Jayda Riley Bracewell. That day brought with it much excitment and joy...but we had no idea what it would be like. The first year of parenthood has been an incredible year of laughter, frustration, growing, trials and fun. Jayda has the best personality and temperment. Even during the days when she was hardly getting any sleep, Jayda was happy and smiley to most everyone she would meet. I have a lot to learn from her and I can't wait to experience another fabulous year with her!

Preping for her big birthday bash!


She doesn't look that excited that she got to help with the cupcakes

Playing with her balloon bouquet

Quick little nap before the party...grandpa took her for a walk and she fell fast asleep in his arms, without him noticing!

'Changing' into her birthday suit!

Not quite sure what is about to happen

Here comes the cake...

She didn't tear the cake apart but she firmly planted her left hand into it and didn't move it until the event was over.

What a great sharer!

Playtime

Seeing as Jayda doesn't do a great job at opening presents, Andrew pitched in and helped tear them open!

In amongst all of her new things- a cute teddy from great-grandma L

One of her little friends stopped by to say happy birthday and drop off an adorable gift

THANKS TO ALL OF YOU FOR LOVING JAYDA SO MUCH! WE ARE BLESSED TO HAVE SUCH AN INCREDIBLE SUPPORT SYSTEM.