hiccups

Dear Hudson
You've been getting the hiccups a lot lately.  Every time you have them, it reminds Daddy and I of our first night home and this video Daddy took of you.  Sometimes I really miss the little baby stage, but you are so fun right now too!  I'm just so thankful for you.
Love,
Mommy

happy birthday abby

Dear Hudson,
Our friends, the Klenkes, came into town.  While they were here we had a brunch and a surprise party to celebrate Abby's birthday.  It was so great to see all of your friends together.  It's hard to believe that it's been a year since Abby was born.
Love,
Mommy

abby opening our present

with the birthday girl

here's what i imagine everyone is saying: Hudson-i'm out of here, Alice-where's my treat, Ella & Abby-what is wrong with that boy, Millie-is there a spec on your hand?, Evie & Corbin-yea friends!

the many faces of Hudson

Dear Hudson,
You make some of the silliest faces.  You are so expressive and definitely let us know if you don't like something.  I'm so glad we captured some of them.
Love,
Mommy

corbin

Dear Hudson,
You and Corbin are pretty silly sometimes!
Love,
Mommy

cookies for puppy

Dear Hudson,
We made some cookies for puppy to give her for Christmas.  Since you had already made cookies with Daddy, you were an expert at rolling out the dough and cutting the cookies.  You love giving them to her and always always want to give her more.
Love,
Mommy

zoo in january

Dear Hudson,
The weather was nice enough to make a trip to the zoo.  We had lots of fun with Alice and Iris (and their moms).  The animals were all super active.  You really liked seeing the otters swimming.  It was hard to get you away from there.  Hoping for some more nice days soon to visit again.
Love,
Mommy