My little 3 year old. The last six months you've lost the majority of your baby fat and grown taller, changing your shape into more of a boy and less of a toddler. Your super chubby days are behind us. You've always been very articulate and that continues to increase as you get older. You like to give a play by play of what you're doing or thinking. You are a super big Daddy's boy and want nothing but his attention when he is around. You love riding in the hiking back pack while daddy is mowing the lawn and insist he carries you everywhere. I love that you admire Owen and look up to him but you very much have a mind of your own. You're okay doing your own thing and stick up for yourself. You have the sweetest voice and the best manners.
Starting at about 2 1/2 you entered into a shy phase which was new for you. When I took you to the dentist you got so freaked out that you wouldn't open your mouth, which you had done at the check up six months prior. You tolerate daycare but get really upset if your two favorite teachers, Ms. Lauren and Ms. Shelly, aren't there when you arrive. You've been mostly potty trained since the end of the summer and you picked up that routine pretty easily. As of your birthday, diapers are a thing of the past and I can't think of a time when you've had an accident.
Update- I began writing this blog post a few weeks back and as I sit here on your actual birthday the sleeping situation has changed drastically. You no longer nap at all nor spend the afternoon playing in your crib, and crawl out first thing in the morning. Luckily, you are still sleeping in your crib at night and though you make it clear you don't want to go to bed you don't get out. Yet. I'm dreading the day when you do and don't think it will be long. But I will say, I love the sound of little Wessy feet in the morning.
In a family of three kids, each of you has unique advantages and challenges that come with your birth order. As the middle child, I want to make sure that you always feel valued and know how loved and important you are. You bring so much joy and light to our family, I could never imagine our life without you. I was a middle child and it never really bothered me so I hope you feel the same. Daddy and I promise to always see you and understand your feelings. We'll always do our best to meet your unique needs. I see a lot of myself in you. I am so proud of you and love that all the traits you had as a baby are still going strong. You're silly, funny, sweet, emotionally intelligent and kind. You're sensitive and when something upsets you it's hard for you to move past it, another thing that you get from me. You've been incredibly sweet with Hazel and love being the keeper of her binki. You like holding on to it so you have it on the ready when she cries. Seeing how patient you are with her makes me super proud. I've loved watching you as a little brother and seeing you move into the role of big brother is just as endearing.
As you grow I pray that your heart becomes more loving, kind, thankful and generous every day. I pray that you always know how deeply loved you are and that Jesus commands your destiny. I hope you know that I see you and I wouldn't change a single thing about you. Since the day you were born the world has been a more beautiful place and I can't wait to learn more about who you are as you learn, change and grow in your 3rd year. I love you, sweet Wessy.
xoxo
Your Loving Mama
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