Mason turns 1 + Idaho trip

The last week has been a whirlwind. We went to Idaho because my little brother returned from his 2-year LDS mission in Brazil. While we were there we did a lot of celebrating. Beware that this will be a long post, so if that's not what you're looking for stop reading now.
We started with the kiddos making a welcome home banner covered in hand and foot prints for Colby. I didn't end up with a pic of the finished product, but it was really cute.

The next few are from the airport and at my house the day Colby got home.

We had a birthday party for Colby and Mason. Here they are about to blow out the candles on their cake, and Mason enjoying the cake. Mike's mom, Brittney & Josh, and Dan & Amanda also came for the party. I didn't get any pics of them, but Mason is so blessed to have so many wonderful people that love him.

We went shopping for Colby, and Mason played on the toys at the mall and ate LOTS of food at Johnny Carino's.

We also had a baby shower for Eleanor and my cousin Alexis. I didn't end up with any pics of the shower, but I did snag one of me and Alexis. The gals made out with lots of loot for their new babes.

We also had a fire on the river one night because that's Colby's favorite place to be. I think Mason must be growing because ate a hot dog and a half (without buns), almost a whole tin foil dinner, and a few marshmallows. But he went wild, and loved being outside.

All in all, we had a lot of family-fun filled days. Mason traveled really well overall (although I don't want to fly by myself with him again anytime soon...it's hard work) We're so grateful to have so much wonderful family and we love you all!