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In Which a Year Goes By

Can you believe I've been blogging now for more than a year? Wow! Okay, just kidding, that is absolutely not what this particular blog is celebrating! 


Our very own baby Gray has passed his annual milestone.  Grayson James Delano Hilton, born March 5, 2011 is now officially one YEAR old. Incredible! 


Physically, Grayson, you are a stout little peanut. You fall close to the 50th percentile in terms of weight and height. You are still a baldy, with just the faintest trace of hair, mostly on the back of your head. (It makes for adorable bed head!) You have approximately eight teeth, top and bottom. I say approximately because you are in a biting stage and it is dangerous to put anything too close to your mouth! 


You love all food, real food -- not that mushed up baby cr**, and you've developed a taste for strong flavors like lemon and pickle.  Your table manners are atrocious. You tend to scream and bang the table when you want more of something. It's a habit we are working desperately to break!


You've got the "pesky little brother" role down pat. More than anything I can see that you want to be just like your favorite big sister! You mimic her play, "drawing" on everything, dancing to every beat, and talking on the "phone" non stop. I say "phone" because it does not have to be an actual phone. Any device will do! Recently you have also discovered vehicles: cars, trains, planes -- anything with wheels!


You are tenacious! Never more determined than when you want to get somewhere you're not allowed to go. I admire your spirit though I imagine it means we will butt heads on more than one occasion as you continue to grow and test your limits.  A very nice contrast to your strong will and "all boy" approach to life is your tender heart. You are very much a snuggle bug and you need your cuddles to get through the day! For reasons beyond our comprehension, your favorite shoulder is Bob Bob's. You give him the best hugs!! You recognize all of your immediate family and greet us with warm smiles and excitement. 


Another way you take after your Bob Bob is in your personal motto: If it can be climbed -- climb it! 


Your first birthday was a simple affair. We had dinner from McAlisters and cupcakes. A perfect little party!


 Singing "Happy Birthday"


  Devouring the cake!


I am so done with this hat!


Give us a kiss!

Grayson's birthday suit!

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