Three

I looked back at last years post around Sam's birthday and laughed because last year "two" was going to be my "new theme". I can certainly tell you that this year Three is NOT going to be a new theme. Last year I was going to have 2 boys and 2 hineys to wipe. I do have 2 ridiculously awesome boys, but thankfully, I'm back to 1 hiney. But what I loved most about reminiscing over last years birthday post is realizing just how much he grew up this year. So many changes - new house, new brother, new school, new undies. And with everything new, he just rolled with it.

His conversations and ideas are my favorite. His imagination makes me want to be three again. His love is big. And his laugh, often ornery, is contagious. He is independent. He can "do it myself". Even when he really can't, he'll try hard and then ask for help. He goes to Bo when he's crying, comforting with a hug. And even though he'll often use his hands or feet to push Bo away from his toys (oh, brothers), I'll catch him also showing Bo how to do something with patience and kindness. He has a glow work (named "Baby") and he is a mini me, doing everything for baby that I do for Bo. Bo needs a diaper, he also needs to change Baby's diaper. Bo needs a nap? Baby also needs a nap - which consists of me having to put sam's shades down, and turn on the sound machine just as I do for Bo. He tucks in baby, and whispers "Sweep dreams".

How could my sweet boy be three already? I wish I remembered better when he was a baby. Thank goodness for all the photos I have because my memory really is terrible. It all goes so damn fast. But every minute that flies by, I know Sam and I are soul mates. And for that I am so lucky. And so very happy.