My Little Cutie Pie

Max went for his one year check up last week. He's 34 inches and 25 lbs. We're wearing 18 months - 24 months and 24 month/2T clothes. He lost some weight due to being sick so we were glad to see he was gaining again. Sadly, the doctor informed us that he had a double ear infection!! WHAT?! Our sweet little baby never skipped a beat, so we never knew he had an ear infection or any discomfort. We've decided McNultys are like Chuck Norris - they don't feel pain. He started his first antibiotic, which means he couldn't have his shots; so, we have to go back to the doctor next week for shots. His 8th tooth just broke through his gums this week. He mimics everything we do, especially if we cough. It's so funny. He is just SO cute and has his mom and dad completely wrapped around his finger. He has a new trick where he'll hold a toy out to you like he's giving it to you and then when you grab for it, he pulls it back and shouts, "No!" (well, he mainly does it to Kelly.) Such a little trickster! He's started crawling on his knees more. The other day he almost pulled himself to a standing position. These days you can get him to stand for a few seconds with assistance (us or a piece of furniture or something). He loves doing the hand motions to the itsy bitsy spider and will (usually) do them when you start singing the song. TOO CUTE! He still does his one handed hog call and loves patty caking. Last weekend we went to play with Shugah and AG. Poor AG, her big boy cousin kept pulling her hair and making her cry. I have a feeling she'll get him back one day! He drinks whole milk now and LOVES, I mean LOVES, yogurt. Pancakes and mandarin oranges have become favorites too. Here are just some sweet pictures of my baby from the other day.

He was, very intently, watching me work from the hallway the other day and just looked SOOO sweet. He was just laying there smiling at me. It really was precious and this picture does not capture that moment at all. It was almost like he was just as enchanted with me as I am with him!

Here he is making his move! Coming to see his momma!

He had to stop and play with one of his NEW favorite toys - the magnets from Allison

I love this face!!

Our Little Monkey!

Even when he's sad, I could just eat him up!

Have a wonderful week! Lots of Love from one precious 1 year old angel and the blessed parents of that precious one year old!!! (Even as I type it, I just can't believe my baby is a year old!) Hugs!

It's my Party...

but there was no crying at this party!! We had the BEST time yesterday at Max's first Birthday. It was absolutely perfect. Thank you so much to all our wonderful family and friends who joined us and helped make Max's party WONDERFUL. We love you!! If it weren't for Sugah coming early - Max's mom would have been icing and cutting fruit and croissants after the guests arrived!! Thanks Sugah and everyone who helped!! Take a peek!

You're Invited To See Max's First Birthday!

Here's his Birthday Hat! (Thanks Puddin') This is what Max's Shirt looked like (it of course had a 1, not a 2). The shirt had a big star on the back with his name in it. He had a matching bib too. (Yay Puddin')
Welcome to Max's First Birthday Bash

The Door covered with Monkey Max Magnet Keepsakes for Max's Guests The "Party" Room! The Cupcakes - these were so much fun to make!
A Little Decoration to Match his Invitation! A Pinata and a Birthday Plate! Max's Monkey Cake! A Chair fit for a Birthday Monkey The centerpiece for the tables Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday to You, Happy Birthday Dear Max ...
He can't wait for the cake!!

First Taste!
I think he likes it?

YUMMY!!



He enjoyed his cake SOOO much! By the time he finished he had it in his eyes and up his nose!! In fact, after many q-tip tries, he still has icing up his nose!?!

Thanks for stopping by! We certainly missed all of the friends and family who didn't get to make it to the party, but hope you enjoyed seeing some pictures of Max's fun day! Lots of Love!!

Happy FIRST Birthday Max!!

I cannot believe it has been a WHOLE year!! Seriously, where does the time go?

Here we were that morning, Ready to get Started!

The Calm Before the Storm!! (for many reasons)

Max One Year Ago TODAY!!

We are so blessed to have our sweet baby boy. This has been such an amazing year of firsts and we still have SO many more to come. Max has FINALLY started showing some interest in standing. He'll get on his knees and with a little help he'll go through the motions and actually stand! I have to say, he does not enjoy standing, so I think we still have time before he actually takes a step or stands unassisted. He still army crawls everywhere. We have him pretty contained but once he sees an opening, he goes FAST. It's hystercial to watch him crawl, which looks more like a wiggle, really fast to try to get to a "no zone" (as we like to call them) before being stopped by one of his mean ole parents.

Riding his Birthday Present

He has this new pout of sorts. It started at the hospital last month. He kinda puckers up like he's about to kiss you when showing his disappointment. He does it sometimes when he teasing you. It's SOOOO cute! Speaking of kisses, we've been working on blowing kisses. So far, he'll only go as far as to place his hand over his mouth - he hasn't actually conquered the "blowing" part. Last night, we were giving each other five. He loves to clap or slap hands. It always makes him giggle. I love when we lay together and he holds my hand. He'll giggle sometimes and it just warms my heart. His new favorite song with hand motions is the Itsy, Bitsy Spider. Max particularly loves when the rain comes down and washes the spider out. One of his new favorite past times is to get on his knees and change the channel on the television or turn on the dvd player, especially when Kelly is watching something. He absolutely LOVES babies and little kids. We've gone on a few play dates and all he wants to do is hold the baby's hand or pat the baby on the head (or pull their hair and grab their faces - whoops! We're working on gentle too.) A few weeks ago, we went to the park to swing and he really enjoyed it. He would just scream and squeal in delight when swinging towards me. His smile is so infectious and his little laugh is enough to bring a smile to anyone's face! He's definitely discovered pitch! Now, he not only "talks" and squeals, he does so at different volumes and in different frequencies! He has this new really high pitched scream. It's provided lots of entertainment!

This doesn't fully capture the new pout, but you get the idea

Max is still such a happy baby. Lately, he's been a little under the weather but even when he's sick he's just an angel. (Poor guy is actually sick on his birthday and went to the DOCTOR!! Luckily he's young enough he doesn't realize the bad timing of his illness.) He just sucks his thumb and snuggles with his mom or dad. I hate that he's been feeling bad but have really enjoyed all the extra LOVIN'. Sleeping is still one of his favorite past times. He goes to bed about 8:30 at night and wakes up about 7:30 or 8:00. He still takes 2 really good naps around 10:30 and 2:30 (Sometimes he'll sneak in a cat nap around 5:00 - he's definitely my child). As far as eating, he really only wants to eat food he can feed himself. We've started branching out to big boy foods and look forward to adding more dairy to our diet. He LOVES turkey and the lunchable jr.s are a real favorite. As far as clothes and size, he is wearing 18 months and moving into more 24 month clothes. He isn't really gaining more weight, but it seems as though he continues to grow taller which makes some of the 18 month clothes too short. We go to the dr. Thursday, so I'll have stats then.

Max and his weird sleep positions

His party is this weekend. We can't wait and will have more pictures soon!! All and all this has been the most amazing year of my life. A year ago today, I had no idea what mother had in store, but I've loved EVERY moment. We are so blessed that I'm able to work from home and spend my days with him. It's just been amazing to be here for every milestone! I love spending my days with him and look forward to what this year will bring.

Happy Birthday Sweet Angel Bear!!

Samantha Claire

has arrived!! She was born at 5:14 p.m. weighing in at 7 lbs. and measuring 19.5 inches. Everyone is doing great. We don't have any pictures yet, so I thought I'd share some of my sweet sleeping baby to tide you all over until we get some! Good night!

3 Weeks To GO!!!

Three weeks from today Max will be a 1 year old! I just cannot believe it!! He is feeling much better this week and is ALL over the place. We have some new pictures we thought we'd share.

This is Max's new sleeping position - that boy is FLEXIBLE!

He had a great time playing with the box!

Here is one of the invitations I made for Max's first birthday party. It was SO much fun, however it will probably be the last time I EVER make his invitations again. I would not have gotten them all finish with out Lauren's help! YAY Lauren!! The inside is yellow with all the information for the party. We can't wait for his big day!!The McNultys are expecting ANOTHER girl!! Isn't that wonderful!! Samantha Claire is due to be here tomorrow! We are SO excited for Shawn, Molly and Ben. I wish Sam would have waited until Friday to make her appearance on my birthday (unlike Kelly I think it would be great to share my birthday)! O, well. Please keep Shawn, Molly, Ben and Sam in your prayers. Hopefully, I'll have pictures to post. What a big year for Max - two GIRL cousins in ONE year!! WOW!!

Poor Baby Max

Max is taking a much needed nap, so I thought I'd update. We've been at Children's Hospital since Monday. Apparently Max caught the normal cold virus but rather than giving him a normal cold he got a really bad respiratory infection. He was admitted and we stayed at Children's until this afternoon. I can't believe what a good little boy he was the WHOLE time. He was SO sweet. Needless to say, we are TIRED!! He's doing SO much better and we go to the dr. tomorrow for a check up. Thank you to EVERYONE!!! We are so blessed to have such great friends and family! Here's a picture of our sick little guy (please ignore his mother - remember, I was at the hospital with my sick child.)

On a happy note, Max turned 11 months old yesterday!! All in all it has been a FABULOUS 11 months. Monday was the first time he'd been sick - so I can't really complain. We are so excited about his 1st birthday. I'm almost finished with his invitations and they'll go out soon. We aren't really going all out but are planning just a nice day with family and close friends. (We are also going to have a night out at Cajun's the night of his party with grown-ups - my dad's band will be there! FUNTIMES!!)

Max spends his days crawling EVERYwhere and in the hospital he would get on his knees and try to pull up on the crib bar - this is something new. Also, last weekend we went to Memphis for AC/DC and, for the first time EVER, he slept through the night away from home. He has completely weaned himself from his mommy at his own prompting - no nursing in about 2 weeks. It's a little sad, but I'm so happy he did it on his own rather than me having to battle him later. He's just too independent these days.

He wears 18 month clothes. He's about 25 lbs and 33 inches. He loves to eat but these days he really won't take things fed to him - he really only wants to feed himself. Eating baby food has almost become a battle because he turns his head from the spoon. So, he's getting lots of big boy foods.

Well, I'm so exhausted and am going to sneak in a nap while he's napping. Happy Wednesday.
Love, Us