There is a 3 year old in the house!

Jaxton is 3!  What an adventure it has been!  Let's admit, some days are easier than others and sometimes we are happier than others, but we have made it.  I wouldn't trade him for anything.  He makes me so happy.  I can't believe it was 3 years ago we were in the hospital, awaiting our first child.  He brings about a roller coaster of emotions, and has shown me the meaning on unconditional love.  Some of my favorite things about Jaxton right now are his ability to love.  No matter the circumstances, he wants you to know that he loves you.  He is so incredibly open with his love for family, especially Paisley.  I love that he is still a cuddler.  Every morning, he gets into our bed and says "Mom, let's snuggle".  I love that he loves books.  He is not overly obsessed with TV or computers, some days he just likes to curl up in a blankie with his favorite book Froggy Gets Dressed.  I love some of the funny things that he says, some of my favorite are "Does that make sense", "Get out of our way Grandpa" (which he says while we are driving) "Mommy, I am 3 so now I can drive".  Kyle's favorite things about him:  His vocabulary is getting so good and some of the things he says are just what is needed for a laugh.  His role playing is at the stage that he has been waiting a long time to see.  The fact that he is actually playing with toys and pretending that they are reacting.  Sports are drawing his attention and that makes Kyle happier than anyone knows.  He can't wait to go to some of his games. 

Jaxton we love you and we are so proud of the person you have become.  You have a huge heart and we hope you never lose that.  You are a great son, brother and friend! 

Milestone

18 months!  I can't believe she is 18 months!  Paisley... STOP growing up!  She is changing every day.  I am so in love with the person that she is.  Lots of laughs, smiles, giggles and words/babble.  I couldn't be prouder to be her mom.  My favorite thing about Paisley is how she sticks up for herself against Jaxton.  He loves to pick on her and steal her stuff.  She used to just take it but not anymore.  That was definitely a thing of the past.  And now when his back is turned, she is always about revenge.  Kyle's favorite thing about her is her personality.  She always has a calm demeanor, she is so loveable, and always smiley!    Kyle also loves how difficult it is to be stern with her because of her facial expressions.  It always leaves you feeling as if she is implying one of two things, "I can't believe you ruined my life" or "No one is cuter than me and you know it."  Jaxton absolutely adores her too.  He has to keep the monitor plugged in when she is napping so he can hear when she wakes up.  He wants her to pay attention to him and loves spending time with her.  We are so blessed to have her!!