Jonas is the sweet one-year-old boy of our dear friends Essie and Eric. I have known Essie and her family for years. Our little brothers became best friends when they were in third grade and our families have been in each other’s lives ever since. However, it wasn’t until Pat and I moved to Seattle three years ago that our friendship really started to grow. They were so welcoming and gracious as we settled into our new city. Since then, we’ve shared countless glasses of wine and dinners, family stories, car rides back to Spokane and hours and hours of laughter.

We knew the past few years that a little addition to their family was likely and so when we found out they were expecting, we were thrilled. Jonas celebrated his first birthday earlier this month and it has been so much fun seeing this little tyke grow over the past year! What started out as this tiny peanut has turned into the most adventurous and genuinely happy boy you’ll ever meet. And I’m convinced that you have not fully lived until you see this guy’s “strong man” impression. Funniest. Thing. Ever.

This sweet family has many exciting adventures ahead of them. Last week, while bittersweet, Essie, Eric and Jonas packed up their home and their Seattle memories to relocate for a great job for Eric. We will miss them dearly, but know that this is a wonderful opportunity for them.

Although he is no stranger to my lens, I was able to snap a few shots of the speedy little man before he left Seattle.

This first image may be a bit fuzzy, but I feel like it’s so representative of this ball of energy. I’m not kidding, this kiddo is always on the go…and completely fearless.

He’s also curious and fascinated by all that surrounds him…

He has the most infectious laugh. You can help but smile when he erupts into giggles.

And those eyes! So much life and sparkle shining through them.

Hope you all have a wonderful Wednesday!