Happy 3rd Birthday, Lovebug!

Dear Lovebug,

I can't believe you are three. You are growing up so fast. I'm so proud that you have learned to put your own sneakers and coat on. And you are so polite with people, asking their names and introducing yourself. And to think I was so worried about your speech!

Watching you become a big brother has been amazing. You are so gentle and sweet with your baby brother, even using "mother-ese" to talk to him. For a kiddo who still loves the word "no", you are always willing to help with your brother. I love watching you give him a kiss every morning.

Sometimes your passion wears me out - sometimes I'm not sure why you are SO upset for no apparent reason. But as I listen to you play - I love how you act out stories with all of your Thomas trains - I realize that there's a lot more going on in your head than you're telling me. I can't wait until you're ready to tell me everything.

And Thomas. I'm not sure what you'd do without trains. You play with them so well - for so long. But you're also interested in them, beyond just the Thomas stories. You pick out non-fiction books to learn about trains and cheerfully watch specials on the Discovery Channel about them. That's pretty cool for a three year old.

You are my little Lovebug, filled with kisses and hugs and tackles. I love you so much and I'm so proud to be your Mommy.

Love,
Mommy