Dear Colin

Dear Colin,
As you turn 4, I look back and remember all the memories we have shared. Thinking back, I cannot imagine my life without you. I knew from the first days of your life that you were somebody special. What I didn't know then, that I know now, is just what a miracle having children are and how much you have enriched our lives.

When we took you home from the hosipital I was definately scared. I didn't know what to do with a little baby, but it wasn't long before you taught me everything I needed to know. I was able to figure out what "cry" meant you were hungry vs. tired vs. a wet diaper, etc. The different stages and milestones in the first year are incredible and there wasn't one you didn't hit. You were walking at 9months and could do you ABC's by 1 year. I was amazed at how smart you were in just a short amount of time.

The terrible two's were hard on us all! There were many time outs and tantrums and there still are ;-) I sometimes think you are too smart for your own good! However, I do believe you know right from wrong and sometimes you just like to push our buttons. You have grown and matured into a sweet little boy. Your teachers at school say you are the class clown which I sometimes find hard to believe as I find you shy like me!! Your sense or humor is unique like no other.

You have given me a greater appreciation for John Deere tractors and country music! You may just be a farmer when you grow up. I'm not sure how long you will want to keep you room green, but I love seeing you develop your own style.

Happy 4th Birthday to my oldest son! You are loved by all of us and are so special.

Crabs with the Girls

Taryn, Seri, Noelle and I got together on Saturday night for some crabs. We had a great time catching up and the crabs were delicious. It was a little cold outside so we all ate in our garage. We missed you Kara! Taryn is showing a little 6-month baby bump and is cute as can be. Loved seeing pics of her new house in Charleston. Noelle is getting ready for her wedding in August and is settling down in NC. Seri and Doug were adorable sharing lumps of crabmeat.

Now, let the stress begin... 2 weeks until Colin's 4th birthday party. He wanted the party at our house so he could show all his friends his "green" room. John Deere tractor theme party..of course! The invites are out to about 75 people and I will be a nervous wreck until after the party. I'll be checking the weather constantly. I'm not a big planner/entertainer, so wish us luck!

Easter Weekend

What a busy weekend. The weekend seemed to start a bit early because the weather has been so nice. We went from winter to summer and it may hit 90 degrees this week. Colin had his first sleepover at Grandma's house on Thursday and I think they both had a good time. Bowman got his electric fence put in on Friday and he has not been happy about it. He's still learning his boundaries, but I think it was good decision. Saturday morning we had soccer practice for Colin. 3rd week and he still has not gotten over his fear of playing with the other kids. It's frustrating at times, but he is so shy and we hope next weekend will be better. We then went to DC for the Cherry Blossom festival with the Moses family and Sanders family. We only stayed a few hours because it was so crowded. Church on Sunday and brunch at Grandma's house followed by an Easter Egg hunt at Courtney's house. The kids got lots of Easter treats and I have been happily eating their candy and chocolate.