Judah-1 year in 2 days

Short post since I'm on the mend.

Here's some photos from May that I just love!

They are going to be best friends!

Judah loves to get messy with Scott!

Look at those chubby cheeks! I just love his sweet face! And his Daddy! :)

So sweet!

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