Happy Birthday, babies!

Wow, the babies turn one years old today! We can't believe it's been a year since our precious babies were born! Seth and I still can't believe that we have 3 healthy and happy babies, let alone one year olds! Although it's been a very busy year, it has also been an enjoyable and exciting one. Watching our little sweethearts turn from tiny 3 and 4 pound newborns to vibrant, exuberant one year old babies has been an absolutely amazing journey and is more than we could ever ask for. We feel so fortunate and blessed!

When I started this blog earlier this year, my intention was to share the journey of raising our triplets with our friends and family, near and far. Since a lot of our friends and family live in different states, I thought it would be neat to start a blog so that everyone could sneak a peek as our little munchkins grow and develop into the adorable little kids they are today. However, Seth and I also talked about how one day we will share this blog with our children so that they can see pictures and videos of themselves from the moment they were born until as long as we can keep this blog going. We always thought of this blog as our online baby book. I know that one day we will have so much joy in sharing all of these memories with our children and it is a day that we look forward to so much. So, with that said, here is a little note that I'm writing to Madeline, Caleb and Mischa, so that one day they can read it:

Dear Madeline, Caleb and Mischa,

Mom and Dad are beyond the moon with happiness that the three of you came into our lives. From the moment the doctor told us we were expecting the three of you, we could not have been happier. Each of you has enriched our lives more than words can describe and we feel so blessed that we get to experience all the joy that you bring us. You are each so special and unique in your own ways and you bring so much laughter and happiness to our lives. For the longest time, I (mom) used to feel like my life was not quite complete - always something else to obtain or achieve, but now I know that I have everything and more than I could ever ask for. Thank you for making us the happiest parents on the planet. We love you more than words can describe. Happy Birthday to our sweet little babies! We look forward to celebrating many more birthdays together!

Love,

Mom and Dad

Here are pictures from today where we had a small little birthday celebration at home.

Caleb, Mischa, Madeline - 1 years old today!

Caleb

Madeline

Mischa

Mischa, Caleb, Madeline

Vanilla bean cupcakes (I didn't have the nerve to light the candles)

Madeline

Caleb

Mischa

Happy 1st Birthday little ones!

Last Saturday was the babies' birthday celebration blow out which was so much fun! We had a wonderful time celebrating the babies turning one with some of our special family and friends. The birthday party turned out great and it was so neat to see the babies eat their (giant) smash cupcakes. We are waiting for the digital images from our photographer, but here are a couple of videos from the party just as the babies were eating their cakes. Thanks to everyone who could share in this special day with us. Having you there meant the world to me and Seth!