We had a little celebration with some friends and family last weekend in his honor.
E, you are such a joy in our lives. We love your cackling laugh when you find something funny.
You want to know why and how things happen in the world around you. You won't stop questioning until you've heard an answer that satisfies you.
You love your brother tremendously and are his protector. You have no problem telling him rules for safety and you let us know when he's doing something he shouldn't.
At the same time, there's no one in the would you'd rather terrorize, squeeze, pillow fight, bump, push, pinch, or knock over as much as him.
You've lately become attached to a Winnie the Pooh stuffed toy that you refer to as "Baby". He will sleep with you, you'll give him mommy milk, change his diaper, and feed him.
You're fascinated with cars, trucks, trains, helicopters, and airplanes.
Playing chase with us around the house is one of your most favorite things to do.
Unfortunately, you still hate water getting in your face. You hate being dunked under water because of it, although you've settled down (for the most part) when we wash your hair in the bath. When we go to swim class you get very anxious and cry because you don't want to go under the water.
We will be going to San Diego next week and you are VERY excited to be going to the beach. We made a calendar for you so that you can see how many days are left and you love seeing each passing day be marked off.
Even though it's hot out, I try and get you outside to play with water and mud at least a couple times a week. You love being outdoors and playing on the side of the house with the water hose, but you don't like getting messy. You'll wash your hands off right away and say, "Oh no! My shoes got dirty!"
However, you don't seem to mind if your face is a mess. You hate it when we try and clean that off.
Your memory surprises us all the time. You can recall location and directions. You remember things when we don't.
You are a fantastic listener and helper. You love to help me cook, especially crack eggs, pour and scoop ingredients, and use kitchen appliances.
You love to come and whisper "Mommy, I love you so much!" in my ear.
When you're upset, you also respond with "I don't love you".
If you see my cry, you'll start crying or come and give me a hug.
We love your sweet and gentle loving nature.
You're fascinated with cars, trucks, trains, helicopters, and airplanes.
Playing chase with us around the house is one of your most favorite things to do.
Unfortunately, you still hate water getting in your face. You hate being dunked under water because of it, although you've settled down (for the most part) when we wash your hair in the bath. When we go to swim class you get very anxious and cry because you don't want to go under the water.
We will be going to San Diego next week and you are VERY excited to be going to the beach. We made a calendar for you so that you can see how many days are left and you love seeing each passing day be marked off.
Even though it's hot out, I try and get you outside to play with water and mud at least a couple times a week. You love being outdoors and playing on the side of the house with the water hose, but you don't like getting messy. You'll wash your hands off right away and say, "Oh no! My shoes got dirty!"
However, you don't seem to mind if your face is a mess. You hate it when we try and clean that off.
Your memory surprises us all the time. You can recall location and directions. You remember things when we don't.
You are a fantastic listener and helper. You love to help me cook, especially crack eggs, pour and scoop ingredients, and use kitchen appliances.
You love to come and whisper "Mommy, I love you so much!" in my ear.
When you're upset, you also respond with "I don't love you".
If you see my cry, you'll start crying or come and give me a hug.
We love your sweet and gentle loving nature.
We love you so very much!
