i don't know how this year flew by so quickly.  i remember riley's birth like it was yesterday! yet i can't even picture our lives without him in it.  i nursed riley last night crying the entire time.  i don't want him to grow up, i don't feel ready yet for him to grow up!

my dearest mister riley, it has been the greatest privilege to be called your mother and i still look at you and think how lucky i am!
i am thankful to be by your side.  thankful that you are such a happy baby.  and thankful that you always make your mamma & dadda's day a happy one!

we love you with all of our heart!! happy birthday, mister riley!!