What in the world happened that it can possibly have been 3 years since my baby was born? I am so so so sad that he's getting so big. Last night as I was snuggling him I asked him if he wouldn't at least consider staying my baby forever. I think it sounds reasonable...at least when he's snuggling me so cute! But he informed me, 'mom, I not a baby...I yo big boy!' Hughghggg....(big sigh)I am not sure what the rush is.
Eli is such a blessing. He is Nate...a GIANT spirit trapped in a little body.I mean that nicely...but anyone who knows Nate knows he has a ridiculous amount of energy! And like all things squished into small containers, the pressure at times builds up and explodes, damaging anything/person(sorry) in close proximity.
We fell in love with Eli the moment we saw him. When he was born he didn't cry, but he growled. I suppose it was our warning of what we were in for....that he is part animal. He has always been happiest when sitting atop someone else; there was a several month period where he bit harder and more frequently than any pitbull around;he has been Avery's master since he outweighed her at the ripe old age of 9 months;he idolizes 'bobee'(Kolbe) and does everything Kolbe does at double the speed! We are excited(and scared) to see this kid grow and develop! He's an animal...
Eli is my crazy child...and I know I've joked about how crazy this kid makes me. But he is the flavor of our family. So much energy and enthusiasm comes from within him. I can sit and watch his face expressions all day...he has never feared anyone, and has always instantly befriended everyone! He draws a crowd, and its fun to watch people drawn to his crazy little person!
Even experiencing all this....how is it possible he's 3? I think that time is a sad joke...some days seem to never end but when you realize how fast its gone, it just makes me sad.
Just a side note....My sweet Kenna is so thoughtful. On my birthday she quietly got up and made me a b-day card and decorated my seat at the table. Again, on Avery's birthday, she got up without anyone else and made cards, this time setting her placemat and making her breakfast. Last night as I tucked her in and we discussed today's schedule, she said, 'and I'll wake him up to sing happy birthday!' Being the nasty morning person that I am...I told her I'd be furious if she woke him up. She was crushed....I felt bad, and tried to convince her he'd be happier if she let him sleep and then did something special. At six this morning I heard the art cupboard open and close...then nothing else. When we all staggered out at 7:30....Kenna had made several cards and a birthday crown and had decorated his seat at the table. I don't know why I deserve her...she is kind and thoughtful way beyond her years!
3 comments:
Happy Birthday Eli!! I felt the same way about Owen back in December when he turned 3. Man how time flies!! That is so sweet of Kenna to do all those things for your guys birthdays!!
awww, your kids are adorable julie! what an awesome post!
I cannot believe your baby is 3...what is up with no more babies? Looks like he had a wonderful birthday. You have amazing children. We are so blest to have them in our lives. I often wonder why and how I got the boys I have. Children are the best!
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