Happy Birthday Kellan Boy

Kellan,

I literally feel like I blinked and you have grown up before my eyes, just like I always heard other parents say you would. I can already tell that four is going to be a big year for you! You're moving out of the toddler years and right on up to being one of the "big kids."

Three was a challenging year as you wanted your independence and I had to figure out how to balance taking into account your opinion, letting you fail sometimes (even when you were SURE that your way was the right way) while also teaching you to respect my authority.

Three was also a big year because you gained the title of "big brother!" You have been so gentle and nurturing to Drake right from the start. One of your favorite things to do with Drake is to have me put both of you in is crib with a blanket over the top so guys can have a "fort" and play together.

This year you have also started asking more complex questions. You are so curious and want to know what every sign we drive by says and have memorized some words (play, exit, stop) and point them out whenever you see them. You also love to break down words into pieces and ask me what each piece means individually. Trying to explain things in terms that make sense to you always keeps me on my toes :) The latest question, "what is a sister city?"

This year you also started showing a lot of interest in the bible and always want us to read you a couple stories before bed. At bedtime you hop up next to Andy and I and say "can you read the Ten Commandments and tell me what God's rules are?" After we read each commandment you always ask us to explain what it means.  This got real interesting the first night when we got to the one about not committing adultery. You of course asked me what adultery meant. Andy and I both gave each other the deer in the head lights look as we figured out what to say....cheating, it means don't cheat. That satisfied your curiosity. :)

Kel, I am so proud of the sweet, caring, and downright hilarious boy you are growing up to be. On a daily basis you have Andy and I laughing at the witty things that come out of your mouth. I can't wait to share in all of the adventures that four will bring your way. I love you boo!

Love,

Mama