3 years

Sheppy you made me a momma 3 years ago. You turned my world upside down and I wasn't sure what I was going to do with you. Now 3 three years later I am not sure what I would do without you. You are growing into your own little person with your own opinions, needs, and wants. I am fascinated by your brain and your ability to learn and retain information. I am sure all kids have this, but it is really cool to see it first hand. To watch your brain string two things together and see how it all makes sense is so gratifying.

As a big brother you get lessons in sharing everyday. Several times a day. I knew that once Brennan started crawling things would change. I often hear a screaming "NO BRE-YAN" from the other room as Brennan is crawling to get your trains or your trucks. Sometimes you spend a good 10 min. roaming around the house looking for a safe spot to play where your brother won't be able to get your things. I can't say that I blame you, I wouldn't want someone messing up what I was playing with either. But these lessons in sharing and selfishness need to be learned. And they will probably need to be learned over and over again. These things are good reminders for me that I need to be in prayer daily for you and your brother. For your hearts.

So, there are the hard times, but then there are the sweet times. Like when you see that Brennan has dropped his toy and can't get to it, you go and get it for him. Like when you sing bed time songs to him. That just melts my heart. Like when you get him to dance in the car with you while listening to your favorite Veggie Tales song.

You are growing up so fast and in the midst of doing everyday life, I am trying to savor these last years that you will be at home with me, having you all to myself. Even if there are some days here and there that I would like to share you =). Your daddy and I love you Shep!