I think I also put off the post a little bit. I've thought over and over the past year in my mind so many times over last few days. And, every time, I'm brought to tears. Each and every moment we've spent with Will has been a blessing...even the moments when we didn't know what to do or those that we weren't sure we were going to get through. But, we've done it together, as a team, Team Rios. And, I think I speak for both Gus and me when I say that this little man of ours makes us happier than we could have every imagined.
We started off the birthday weekend with a party in his class at school. The teachers we so wonderful. They made him a crown and they made all the other kids "Happy Birthday, Will" hats. The teachers sang to him and got all the babies to clap for him at the end.
On the morning of Will's birthday, he got to open up some gifts. Here's Will looking really pleased about Toy Story (1&2). My sister said it looks like his "Awesome! This is exactly what I wanted!" face.
Next we headed on to Gymboree. We moved up to the Level 3 class, with all the other walkers and almost walkers. Today, he took two steps in Gymboree without knowing it. He can stand by himself pretty well now, and apparently on Friday, he stood in the middle of his classroom and clapped for himself. ;-) So cute.
When we got home from Gymboree, Will got to spend some time playing in his Cozy Coupe, which he loves. You can also see his new Sesame Street remote here. Between his love for cars and electronics, we're in trouble.
We finished up the birthday weekend with one more party! We intended to head out to the park with a few friends, but the rain sent us inside. Thanks to a very nice manager at Mellow Mushroom for accommodating us all at the last minute. We had a great time, and we were so thankful for everyone who came.
Go Team Rios!
He is like the happiest baby, ever!!!
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