Good to be Home

June 29th 2013 10:20pm,

Going home, together as a family.

A gift from big brother Leon.

Leon,

       This afternoon Mommy, Daddy and baby Naomi got to leave the hospital and come home. Nana and Papa brought you to the hospital to meet your baby sister and then come home with us. Your first reaction to the baby was adorable. You even brought her a gift, a soft little pink elephant rattle. You were pretty cautious at first, but now you are warming up to her. I love that you are always wanting to give her hugs and saying "Hi baby!" Before you fell asleep tonight you came over to the cosleeper where Naomi was sleeping and leaning over the side you quietly said "Night night baby." Tonight is our first night home together as a family of four. I love our family with all my heart. We are so truly blessed beyond anything I could ever imagine. Sweetdreams Sweetpea, I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama

 

 



Baby Sister is Here!

June 28th 2013 1:55pm,

Naomi Lynne Martin

Born June 27th 2013 at 11:37pm

Leon,

       Words cannot describe how I am feeling right now. I remember the day you were born like it was just yesterday. Now you are 2 years old and have a brand new baby sister. She was born last night and is so perfect and healthy. I can't wait for all four of us to be home, together as a family. Tomorrow morning you will meet your baby sister for the very first time and we will all go home together. When you were born I remember thinking "I never knew I could feel so much love." Now as I hold your little sister Naomi I feel that love doubled. I love you, and your sister, with all my heart Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



Sister is on Her Way

June 27th 2013 6:41pm,

Big Brother Leon

Leon,

       I thought I would quickly write this blog right now, as I am in the hospital getting ready to have the baby! The doctor suprised me this morning by saying "It looks like this baby is coming today!" Right now you are hanging out with Grandma (Daddy's Mama) until Papa comes to pick you up for your first sleepover. Soon you will get to meet your baby sister! I can't wait for all of us to be together as a family soon. I love you Leon, my sweet son!

 

~All my love, your Mama







A Lesson Learned

June 26th 2013 9:42pm,

Reading to Mommy

Leon,

       A few days ago you were playing hard, running and jumping onto your Cars bean bag chair. You got this chair for Christmas and I knew it was only a matter of time before the inevitable happened. You made one last big jump onto the chair and the seam bursted. I took the chair away and told you I would fix it soon, but no more jumping on it or it would break again. A few days went by and finally I took the time to sew up the popped seam. I brought the chair to you and said "It is all fixed, but no more jumping, chairs are for sitting." You eagerly grabbed a book, sat down in your chair and began to read. You looked up at me with your "I'm being a good boy, aren't you proud of me" face, and of course I was. You read the whole book to me, making up words as you turned the pages. When you were done you stood up and gave me a big hug, then you said "Thank you Mommy!" with a big smile on your face. I think you are happy to have your chair back, and I am very proud of you for being such a good boy. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



Yard Work

June 25th 2013,

Helping Daddy

Leon,

       You love helping Daddy with chores, especially when you get to be outside. You stood at the door watching as Daddy trimmed the bush that was taking over the yard. I could tell that you really wanted to go out and help, so when Daddy was done trimming all the branches he brought you outside to help clean up. You helped Daddy clean up all the branches, and you insisted on picking up every last leaf. Thank you for being such a good helper Leon! I love you!

 

~Love, your Mama



Pretending

June 24th 2013 9:02pm,

Making Soup!

Leon,

       Bath time is always full of playing and silliness. During tonight's bath you filled a big cup with water and set it on the edge of the tub. I was about to take it away for fear of you spilling the whole cup on the bathroom floor, but I waited to see what you were going to do. Picking up a paintbrush that you had been previously using to paint the wall blue with your bath paints, you began to stir the water in the cup. I asked what you were doing and you replied "A soup!" I then asked "Are you making Mommy some soup?" to which you replied "No! A Daddy soup!" You were making some soup for Daddy. It is so cute to see you using your imagination. You make me smile with all the funny things you come up with lately. I love you Leon, my silly little boy!

 

~Love, your Mama



Jump!

June 23rd 2013 11:11pm,

Trampoline Fun!

Leon,

       While visiting family today, you went outside with your cousin Sydney to play on the trampoline! This was your second time on a big trampoline. Your first time you were very hesitant, but not this time! You ran in and began bouncing around giggling and saying "Jump! Jump!" You even got really brave and started trying to do tricks like your cousin was doing. I think you jumped non stop for at least 15 minutes before Daddy brought you back inside the house. You were so sweaty and tired, but still wanted to jump more. It amazes me to see you growing into such an independent and brave little man. I love you Leon, my bouncy little boy!

 

~Love, your Mama



Dinner With Family

June 22nd 2013,

 



Leon,

       Today was a fun day! We went to dinner at your Grandma and Grandpa's house and your Grammy and Papi were visiting as well. You had so much fun playing and showing off for everyone.

 Dinner was great and you absolutely loved the smoked turkey. After eating dinner and playing for a while I could tell you were getting very sleepy and relaxed, probably from all the turkey you ate. We got ready to head home, so I put you in your pajamas just in case you fell asleep in the car on the way home. Before we could leave you had to give everyone a big hug at least twice, which was so sweet and adorable to see! I love that we have such a big family, and everyone loves you so much! We are blessed beyond measure. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



An Evening at the Beach

June 21st 2013 11:16pm,

First Summer Bonfire!

Leon,

       Nothing says "It is officially summer!" like a bonfire at the beach. Our church hosted a family bbq and bonfire tonight at the beach and you had a blast! You filled up on chips and chocolate, such a healthy dinner, but it was a special occasion so it was alright. You were really much more interested in playing with your friends than eating. It was so cute to see you running around playing, tackling and having fun with your friend. You are such a rough player sometimes, but boys will be boys!

       After awhile everyone headed to the beach where we set up the bonfire and the kids played fun games for prizes. Daddy led the games and did a great job, and I think he had fun too! We played in the sand, ate some smores and then it was time to head home. We were all getting pretty tired and needed a shower. After getting all cleaned up we all layed down together for a bed time story. It didn't take long for you to fall into a deep sleep. You played hard tonight and it was a lot of fun! I am looking forward to a lot more fun summer memories. Summer is officially here! I love you Leon!

~Love, your Mama



Summer is Here

June 20th 2013 10:12pm,

Bringing Mommy some pretty flowers!

Smelling the flowers!

Having fun with Daddy!

Leon,

       One thing you always enjoy doing, no matter the weather, is playing outside. Mommy and Daddy love playing outside too, especially when it is sunny and warm. With tomorrow being the official first day of summer the sun decided to come out from it's hiding place behind the clouds today. The sky was blue, the sunshine was warm and Daddy had just gotten home from work, so we all sat outside in the grass to enjoy it. Daddy and I were enjoying the sun while sitting in the grass, but you were full of energy and wanted to run and play. Being the awesome Daddy he is, he got up and started chasing you around the yard. You both ran around to the side yard of the house, and when you came back you were holding a beautiful handful of flowers. You brought them to me smiling and saying "Mommy!" It was so sweet! Then it was back to playing. You ran to Daddy and he picked you up and began spinning you around in circles. He put you down in the grass where you stumbled around for awhile. You giggled and said "Again! Up!" so Daddy spun you around some more. I love summer time, and this is just the beginning! I love you Leon, my sweet little boy!

 

~Love, your Mama

 

 



I Spy

June 19th 2013 7:09pm,

Smarty Pants!

Leon,

       To have some quiet time this evening I asked you to go pick out a book from your room. I recently reorganized all of your stuff, so you loved looking through all of the books you didn't know you had. You picked the A to Z I Spy book and brought it to me. We opened it up and you were amazed at all of the pictures on each page. I began explaining that you were suposed to find the pictures listed below on each page. You thought about it for a minute staring at the page. I pointed at the first picture and said "Look, here is a car. Can you find the car on this page?" You scanned the page with intense concentration, then excitedly pointed out the car when you found it. From then on you did really good spying each of the items, clapping proudly every time you found one without help. This was a good activity for quiet time. You calmed down and had fun at the same time. I think I will be buying more I Spy books in the near future! I love you Leon, my little smarty pants!

 

~Love, your Mama





Vocabulary

June 18th 2013 8:56pm,

Playing and Learning

Leon,
       Today you suprised me by saying so many new words! While talking or playing you would suddenly say a word I had never heard you say before. This afternoon you got your big keyboard out to play, but it wouldn't turn on. You looked at me and said "Mommy, help me!" Seeing how upset you were I said "It isn't working right now, because it needs batteries." You then pointed at it and said "Batteries!" Another new word was added to your vocabulary. Later we were putting together a farm animal puzzle when you pointed and said "Cow", and I was suprised since you usually just say the sound they make. Then you picked up the sheep puzzle piece and tried to say sheep, but it came out as "Shpeep", which I thought was adorable and hilarious! You proudly went on to name all of the animals over and over again. I have to say I was very proud of you as well. I love watching you learn new things, and I love seeing your proud smile each time you accomplish a new task. I love you Leon, my smart little man!

~Love, your Mama

Naps Are Great

June 17th 2013 7:41pm,

I love you Sweetpea!

Leon,

       Today was one of those days where nap time came and you didn't fight sleep. You like to fight your naps a lot lately, so it was a nice change of pace. We read a few books and before I knew it you were sound asleep. I took advantage of the time I had and got some things done around the house. I got all of your baby sister's clothes and blankets washed and put in her dresser and closet, cleaned your room, and packed everything I will need to take to the hospital for when baby is ready to come! I was even able to sit and relax for a bit while you napped. You must have been really tired, because you slept a whole 2 hours! Naps are great! I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama

 



Father's Day

June 16th 2013 10:19pm,

Leon & Daddy

Leon,

       Today we celebrate dads because it is Father's Day. It is a day to appreciate and say thank you to our fathers for everything they do for us. Your Daddy is a hard working man and loves us so much! You love your Daddy and look up to him in all he does. Tonight while snuggling in bed after your bed time stories were read, you layed your head on Daddy's chest and said "Daddy home. I love you!" with a peaceful smile on your face. It was such a sweet moment and a perfect way to end Father's Day. Mommy and Daddy love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama

 



Mommy & Daddy's Date Day

June 15th 2013 8:41pm,

Ready to go to Grandma and Grandpa's house!

Nap time after a fun day!

 

Leon,

       We started the day by sleeping in until 9am, which was awesome! Once we got up and ate breakfast we got ready to head to Grandma and Grandpa's house. While you played at Grandma and Grandpa's house Daddy and I were going to have a date day to celebrate our 4 year anniversary that was on June 13th. You insisted on taking your backpack so I packed all your stuff in it and you put it on. You then went and found your toy cell phone and headed to the door saying "We go! Vroom!"

       Daddy and I had a wonderful day together relaxing and just enjoying being together. We even went out to lunch at our favorite resturant. From what I heard you had a fun day as well. You played outside in the yard blowing bubbles, throwing balls, and running in the grass. Then you had lunch, colored, read books and watched a movie. You fought taking a nap with every ounce of strength you had, not wanting to miss any fun. By the time we came to pick you up you were so tired, but didn't want to leave. Once in the car you were asleep within minutes, finally giving in to the nap.

       Today was a wonderful and fun day, and now it is time to get ready for bed. In the morning we will go to church and it will be another great day! Sweet dreams Leon, I love you!

 

~Love, your Mama



A Birthday, Friends & Painting!

June 14th 2013,

Painting Baby Sister's Room!

Leon,

       Today was a long and busy day. After Daddy got off work we went to your cousin's 3rd birthday party. It was so cute and so much fun to watch you and your cousins dancing to the music and playing together. You loved the pinata and got a lot of candy in your bag to take home.

      Later in the evening we went out to dinner with friends, which you liked because you got fries, your favorite food as of late. You are always shy at first when around people, but you quickly warm up and love showing off and being silly. You had us all laughing and smiling as you did silly things while we waited for our food. It was fun to catch up with friends, but it was past your bedtime so we we headed home.

       Once you fell asleep it was time for Mommy to get to work! I was determined to finish painting the baby's room, and that is what I did. I painted and painted until my mural was complete. Before I knew it morning had come and it was 3am! Content with the final product I cleaned up my mess and got ready for bed. What a busy day, but we had fun and got a lot accomplished! I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



 



Hugs

June 13th 2013,

Your hugs are the best!

My sweet baby boy, I love you!

Leon,

       Every morning I am greeted with a big hug from you. You jump up onto the bed either yelling "Mommy hugs!" or "Mommy wake up!", and even though I am tired and usually want to sleep in, it is the best way to start my day. All throughout the day, no matter what it is you are doing, you will randomly stop and turn to me saying "Hugs!" and give me the biggest bear hug. It melts my heart and makes me smile every time. I love you Leon, my little hug bug!

 

~Love, your Mama

 

 



Silly Songs & Blanket Forts

June 12th 2013 8:34pm,

Peekaboo! I see you!



Leon,

       You make everyday fun and special, always doing something silly to make me smile. While I was folding a mountain of clean laundry in my room, you were out in the living room playing. I had the door open to let in some fresh air and so you could look out the screen door. I could hear you singing enthusiastically, so I looked down the hall to see what you were up to. What I saw made me giggle. You were standing infront of the door, toy microphone in hand, singing loudly so the whole neighborhood could hear you. It was such an adorable moment that I got out my camera, but you saw me coming and stopped at the sight of the camera. I wish I could have captured that moment on camera.

       Later in the evening you informed me that you wanted "tunnels" to play in. I lined up the dining room chairs and tossed a big blanket over the top, creating a blanket fort or "tunnels" for you to crawl through. This kept you entertained while I made dinner. In that short amount of time you brought out all your cars from your room to drive them through the tunnel. I love your silly, sweet and creative way of doing things. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama

A Good Evening

June 11th 2013 10:41pm,

Playing Outside

 Washing Your Hair

Leon,

       Tonight we had a yummy dinner of mac'n'cheese and sliced apples. After dinner you were fueled up and full of energy, so I took you outside to play in the yard until bath time. You ran around the yard picking up sticks and rocks, giggling with excitement as you put them into your bucket. Each time you found a new rock you said "A rock! Another one!" and you would run off to find more. It was like watching you hunt for Easter eggs.

       I new we needed to start your bed time routine to get you to sleep on time, so we went back inside for bath time. You weren't happy about it, but you changed your mind when I added lots of bubbles to your bath. You wanted to wash and kept saying "Soap, soap!" so I put some shampoo in your hands and on your hair. I then tried to teach you to wash your hair, and you did great! I could tell you were very proud of yourself for being such a big boy, and I was proud of you too of course!

      With your bath done and pajamas on, it was time for a bed time story. Three books and a quiet lullabye later, you were fast asleep snuggled up beside me. I love good evenings like this. "Night night" and sweet dreams. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama





A Morning With Grandma & Painting Fun

June 10th 2013,

Lunch Time Coloring

Playing at the Park 



 Painting Time

Leon,

       This morning Grandma picked you and I up to go run some errands. You got really excited because you love going "Vroom" in Grandma's big red truck. After getting all of our errands taken care of Grandma decided to take us out for lunch. When asked what you wanted to eat you of course said "Fries!" As we waited for our food you got to color. As you were coloring your children's menu you began finding all of the letter "o"s, determined to find them all. You are getting so smart and learning a lot lately!

       When we finished eating we could tell you were still full of energy and not ready for a nap yet. We took you to the park to let you play and run out your energy. You had lots of fun playing on all the fun park equipment. Soon we could tell you were getting tired and a bit grumpy, so we got back in the truck and went for a drive until you fell asleep. We had a fun morning with Grandma, but it was time for a nap.

        While you were napping I thought I would get started on painting the last coat of white paint on the doors of your baby sister's room. Before I could finish you woke up and insisted that you needed to paint too. I didn't have any paint that was safe for you to play with, so I made some. I used the same recipe as I do when making your bathtub finger paints. You sat happily in your highchair and painted a beautiful picture for Daddy while I finished painting the doors.

       What a busy day we had today, but we got a lot accomplished and had fun too! I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama

A Beautiful Day With You

June 9th 2013 8:57pm,

Quiet time reading books.

Mommy and Leon's playdough dragon!

Leon,

       While you were napping today I did some more painting in your baby sister's room. It is almost complete and will look so cute when it is! By the time I finished painting you were awake from nap time. We had snack time and you wanted apples and carrots, well first you asked for a cupcake, but you settled for the apples and carrots instead. Feeling creative I thought we would get out the playdough. You love playdough play time! I asked you what we should make and you said "Rawrrr!" I began making what was going to be a dinosaur, but it ended up turning into a big dragon! You thought that was pretty cool.

       I needed to get dinner ready and catch up on some cleaning so I told you to play in your room for a little while. I could hear you playing and talking as usual, but then I realized it had gotten quiet. I suspected you were up to something mischievious, so I went to check on you. I came in, much to my suprise, to you sitting quietly on the floor reading a book. You looked up at me smiling and said "Book fun!" I was so proud of you for being a good boy. I love you Leon, my sweet little boy!

 

~Love, your Mama

 



So Blessed

June 8th 2013,

Having fun with Papa!

Baby shower for baby sister!

 

Leon,

       I told you this morning that you would be hanging out with Papa later while I went to my baby shower. You then insisted all morning that we needed to go to Papa's house, saying "Mommy, vroom, we go a Papa!" You were so excited to spend some fun time with your Papa.

       After lunch Papa came and picked you up. I heard you had so much fun going down to the bay front to listen to the sea lions (and make sea lion sounds) and then Papa took you to get french fries and ice cream (two of your favorite foods!) I could tell you had a lot much fun, because you fell asleep as soon as you got home.

       While you were out having fun with Papa, I was at my baby shower having fun too! Nana hosted the party and put it all together. It was such a special and blessed time and I am so thankful! Our family and friends love us so much and blessed us and your baby sister with wonderful gifts. Your baby sister will be here soon and it is getting more and more exciting every day! We are so blessed and so loved! I love you with all my heart Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



Silly Moments & Sweet Moments

June 7th 2013 9:15pm,

Burrito!

 "Night Night"

Leon,

       I love this time of day, when I sit down to write this blog for you and I think about all that happened throughout the day. Today you had a silly moment that made me laugh and smile. I set you in your highchair and asked if you wanted a sandwhich, to which you replied "No! Burrito!" It was the first time I have heard you say burrito, and you sounded so cute and decisive when you said it that I had to giggle. Seeing that this made me laugh you said it again and again with enthusiasm. "Burrito! Burrito!" I then made you a yummy black bean and cheese burrito, that you devoured happily. I could tell you really liked it, because with each bite you did a little happy dance in your seat. I love your adorable silly moments.

       After dinner was finished and you had some quiet time, we layed down to read your two favorite books, which right now are "New Baby" (a book about getting a baby sister) and "The Wheels on the Bus." I turned off the lights when we finished reading and began singing you a lullabye. You grabbed my hand and pulled it towards you saying "tummy", because you wanted me to rub your tummy. I said "I love you Sweetpea." and you said "I ya you too, Mommy." (you still have a hard time saying love.) It was such a sweet moment and it filled my heart with so much happiness. I love your sweet little moments. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



Little Tough Guy

June 6th 2013 11:04pm,

My Wild & Silly Little Boy

 

Leon,

       Since the day you learned to run, you have always been a rough and tumble little boy. You run, jump and play without a care in the world. Sometimes this results in bruises and scrapes. Most of the time when you fall you just get back up laughing and continue playing. Other times you need Mommy kisses to make it all better. The other day you were being too rowdy while taking a shower and jumped up hitting your back on the faucet, which gave you a nasty scrape. This evening you were playing and watching cartoons when you slipped off the couch and landed on your forehead. We have hardwood floors so you got a good sized little bump on your head. You stopped crying pretty quickly, all you wanted was a kiss and to snuggle with Mommy, so we sat in the recliner and snuggled until it was time for bed. You are a rough and tumble little boy for sure. I love you Leon, my little tough guy!

 

~Love, your Mama

Making Messes & Cleaning Up

June 5th 2013 8:21pm,

Chocolate Icecream!

Ink Pens + Walls = No No

Leon,

       You are two years old and I am your Mommy, so cleaning up big messes comes with the territory. Today your messes included covering yourself with chocolate icecream after lunch and creating an ink pen mural on your bedroom wall before bed time. The chocolate was an easy cleanup, I just put you straight in the shower and sprayed you down. You thought this was lots of fun and jumped around like you were playing in a sprinkler. You are such a silly boy!

       While folding laundry in the living room I realized the house was too quiet, which as I have learned is usually a sign of trouble. I walked into your room where you were innocently stacking blocks on the floor. I thought to myself "Oh, I was worried for nothing." until I turned around and saw the wall. You had found an ink pen and scribbled all over the wall. I explained to you that it is a big no no to draw on the walls. You wanted to help clean, so I gave you a wet wash cloth to scrub the wall, which did nothing to remove the ink scribbles. Thankfully I had a Magic Eraser (one of the greatest inventions ever) and it cleaned the ink right off.

       Some days it feels like I just follow you around cleaning up all your messes. I heard a quote somewhere that said "Having a toddler in your house is like using a blender without a lid." I can testify that it is a valid statement. But even on these messy days I absolutely love being your Mommy. You fill my every days with lots fun and smiles. I love you Leon! 

 

~Love, your Mama

 



Stickers

June 4th 2013,

Decorating Fun!

Leon,

       You love stickers, and play time with stickers is always fun. Unfortunately stickers stuck in the wrong places makes for a big mess for Mommy to clean up. While going through some craft stuff I came across a bunch of fun window stickers. These stickers can be stuck to any smooth flat surface and removed just as easily. I let you stick them all over the dish washer and you had so much fun. Then you took of each heart sticker and brought them to me saying "I love you!" each time. You are such a sweetie! I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



Juice, Crackers & Snuggles

June 3rd 2013 8:54pm,

Middle of the Night Snuggles and Cartoons

 

Leon,

       It was a long night last night, but lots of snuggles, some tylenol, pedialite and saltine crackers helped us get through it. Today was about the same, but no more vommiting fortunately. You were able to eat some soup and some watermellon dinner. I am happy to see that this tummy bug you got is passing quickly. I am hoping we all get a good night's sleep tonight. I love you with all my heart Leon!

~Love, your Mama

Sunday Nap

Leon & Papa

June 2nd 2013,

Leon,

       After church you went over to Papa’s house while Nana and I went to a friend’s baby shower. You and Papa played for a while, but soon it was nap time. When we came back you were fast asleep on Papa’s lap in the recliner. Not much later Papa was fast asleep as well. You slept for a good 2 hours there, as comfy as can be.

       When you woke up you still seemed very tired. I later came to realize that was because you were sick. You ended up puking all over Mommy twice. When we came home we took a shower, put on some pajamas and snuggled up on the couch to watch a movie. You were able to keep down some crackers and juice, so I am thankful for that. It is going to be a long night. I hope you feel better soon. I love you Leon!

~Love, your Mama

A Full & Fun Day

June 1st 2013 11:37pm,

A Beautiful Day To Play!

Leon,

       We woke up on this wonderful Saturday to beautiful sunny weather! After a yummy breakfast together as a family, Daddy went outside to mow the lawn. When Daddy finished mowing the lawn you went outside and helped him rake up all the cut grass. The weather was so nice and warm, so in a moment of spontaneous action we hooked up your new sprinkler to the garden hose and let you run through the cold water. You had a blast running around and getting completely soaked, and so did Daddy!

       In the late afternoon we headed out to the beach and park for our maternity/family photo shoot. Upon arriving to the beach we realized that this would be your very first time going to the beach! Believe it or not we had yet to take you to the beach to play. You loved running through the sand, throwing the sand, collecting sea shells and splashing in the ocean's waves. You were such a good boy for the photographer. I can't wait to see all the amazing photos she took of us today!

       After our photo shoot we drove out to Grandma's (my Mama) house for a yummy dinner and to visit with family. As soon as we began driving you were fast asleep and took a much needed nap. For dinner you ate lots of pulled pork, watermellon, cheese, chips and carrot cake! Grandma and Grandpa took you out to the front yard to play. You had so much fun kicking and throwing the big rubber ball around the yard with Grandpa.

       The day was coming to an end and it was already your bedtime, so we got back into our car and headed home. You fought sleep for awhile, but once we got home, put on our pajamas and had story time you fell asleep snuggling with Daddy. Now it is time for Mommy to go to bed as well. It has been a long and fun filled day! Sweet dreams Leon. I love you! 

~Love, your Mama





Sweet & Sour

May 31st 2013,

My Sweet Little Boy

Mommy's Little Monster

 

Leon,

       You have so many moments of complete adorableness, and sometimes you have moments of utter defiance and frustration. Today you came down the hall holding your little baby doll and gently placed it in your stroller. You also put your favorite kitty stuffed animal in the stroller with the baby and said "Night night baby." You slowly rocked the stroller back and forth while singing a made up lullabye to your baby. This moment melted my heart and made me smile. You were practicing being a big brother! I love your sweet little moments like this.

       Fast forward about two hours and your sweet attitude has become a sour one. Fighting nap time happens on occasion, but today's instance was beyond refusing to sleep. I don't know how it started, but before I knew it you were in a full blown temper tantrum. You were screaming, crying, hitting and inconsolable. Finally I had to put you in timeout to allow you time to calm down until you were ready to say sorry. We sat down and talked about how what you were doing was naughty and made Mommy sad, then I said you need to be a good boy and be nice because that would make Mommy happy. You seemed to understand this because you said sorry and gave me a big hug. I know right now you are learning and testing limits. Temper tantrums happen, but soon you return to being a sweet little boy. I guess this is why they call this time of your life the "terrible twos", but I wouldn't call it terrible. Challenging, yes, but terrible, no. Even in moments of frustrations I love you and I am so blessed to be your Mommy. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama