Drew 19 & 20 Months

Little Man,

You are getting closer and closer to two years old.  You are becoming such a little boy and less of a baby.  You talk so well for your age and say 5-6 word sentences all the time.  Words like "soccer ball goal and flashlight" and normal for you to say on a daily basis.  You answer a question with the correct answer and it just amazes your daddy and I how smart you are.  The other day your daddy asked you how you were doing and you replied with "good." It just blew us away.  When I say your name to get your attention, you reply with "what?" and it cracks me up. 

 

You know all your body parts and the sound every animal makes.

You love to climb the ladder on the play set and slide down the slide all by yourself.  You love being outside and could play on the "jumper jumper" all day long. 

 

 

When you wake up in the morning you are usually a sweet little guy and will say "hi daddy" or "hi mama" as soon as you see us, then you ask for yogurt and want to eat.  You like to watch Daniel Tiger while you are eating breakfast.  You have started to skip your morning nap, but really struggle around 11 or 12.  You still sleep great in your crib and are still sleeping in your sleep sack. You are obsessed with your blankies and your thumb too. 

You and your daddy have a really sweet bedtime routine where he gets you dressed and reads you a book. You sing twinkle twinkle, your abc's, and count to 10. 

You love your sisters so much and will try to hug and kiss Nora all the time. 

 

 

You still hate getting your haircut, but will sit still with a sucker.

You can be an angry little guy too and try to hit and throw things when you aren't getting what you want or if you are frustrated. 

We love you little man!  Even when you are angry to us after we get home from work and try to hit us.  You are still super sweet at times and your little face just melts me. 

Lo's first day of school

And just like that, my little girl started preschool. 

I've been praying all week for God to help me with my anxious heart.  I've been anxious, scared, and nervous for this day.  So many questions and worries have filled my mind. When I was worried about how Lo would act with other kids, God showed up during Lo's first gymnastics class this week, ironically the first class for her was the week that school started, and prove to me that Lo would be just fine. When I was anxious about how Lo's teacher would be, He showed up again in an email from the teacher earlier this week introducing herself and letting us know she was praying for our sweet girl. When I've been anxious about the safety and security of her being away from home, He showed up again in another email from the head of security at the school praying for the school and the kids and their safety.  And today, when we dropped Lo off at school, God showed up yet again in the big smiles that our girl gave us when we dropped her off and with her only concern being if the teacher had any accessories for her to play with the play doh that was out. Although it saddens me that this sweet girl is growing up way too fast, I also have a calming sense and know that we have chosen the perfect place for her to learn and grow.

I was so nervous for her the entire day and couldn't wait to pick her up.  I may have teared up a little, but I did pretty good considering.  I got there right at 2:30 to pick her up and she was playing with the play kitchen.  She wouldn't tell me much about her day, but said she had fun.  The teacher said she did great! 

I know school will be great for her!  She is such a smart little girl and will thrive, I have no doubt.

Thank you Lord, for this wonderful, amazing little blessing!  

Lo's First Haircut

Finally! 

We finally convinced Lo to get a haircut!  It took a little bribing, but this girl finally agreed to go get her hair trimmed at "the movie place."  Her hair has gotten so long and she needed her ends trimmed desperately.  I could tell she was a little nervous, but she did so great and I was so proud of her. 

When she was finished, the lady braided it and sprayed sparkles in her hair.  She was so proud!

Nora Sue - 5 Months

Nora Sue,

You are 5 months old!  I can't believe it. 

 

You are our chunky little monkey!  You love to eat and love your mama!  You are happy as can be if you are being held and talked to.  You love to stand as we are holding you and are starting to like your exersaucer.

You love your big sister and smile so big every time you see her. 

You are still sleeping in your bassinet next to me and still sleep well!  You are starting to love your blankie just like you sister and brother did.  You also still love your pacifier! 

You are starting to drool like crazy and always have your hands in your mouth. 

You have the sweetest gummy grin and the cutest little laugh. 

We love you Nora Sue!!