Leon, My Opinionated Toddler

November 30th 2012 10:53pm,

I Love You

Leon,

       You are a very opinionated little boy, from your facial expressions to your frequent use of the word "no." It amazes me how such a small little person can have a very big attitude. Most of the time you are a sweet boy, but you have moments when your true toddler attitude shines through. Lately we have been working on saying sorry when you do something to hurt someone. We tell you that you can say sorry or go to your room. Usually you will pout and slowly walk to your room, trying to get sympathy. After a few minutes of pouting in your room you will come back out and say sorry with a sad little hug. Every day you are learning. You are a sweet boy with a loving heart and I love that about you. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama

December Is Almost Here

November 29th 2012 10:38pm,

It's Starting To Look A Lot Like Christmas!

Leon,

       As you grow up you will learn that our family loves this time of year. Thanksgiving has come and gone, and Christmas is fast approaching. I love Christmas and everything that comes with it. Being together as a family, singing Christmas songs at church, hearing Christmas music on the radio, decorating the house, and setting up the Christmas tree. This year since you are a big boy you can help Mommy and Daddy decorate the tree! We just got all the decorations out and soon we will start decorating. Last year was your first Christmas and it was very fun and special. Every Christmas we spend together as a family will be special and full of memories. I can't wait to see your face on Christmas morning as we sit by the tree and give gifts to eachother. I am so blessed and thankful to have my wonderful family. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama



I Love My Little Boy

November 28th 2012 10:42pm,

My Son



Leon,
       You are such a great kid. Even though you have mastered the tantrums and especially like saying "No" lately, you are a wonderful little boy. I am blessed to have you as my son. You are a sweet and loving little boy with a big heart. When you do something that makes Mommy or Daddy sad or upset, you immediately feel remorseful for what you did, and give us a big hug to say sorry. Right now is such an important time in your young life, learning what is right from what is wrong. I pray every night that I am doing everything right for you. I am your Mommy and that is my job, the best job in the world. I love you Leon!

~Love, your Mama

The Sound of Laughter

November 27th 2012 8:51pm,

And The Pitter Patter of Little Feet



Leon,

       This evening you were full of energy, so Daddy and I thought of how we could make you tired. We set up your tent in the living room and the games began! Soon we were chasing you all over the house playing peeka-boo and tickle monster. This went on until Daddy and I were exhausted. Then it was time for your bubble bath and bedtime.

       I love the sound of your energetic laughter and the pitter patter of your little feet as you run up and down the hall way. I love watching Daddy chase you around the house as you giggle and play. I love your happy smiles and your big hugs. I love how you bring me your blanket and say "My Mama" when you want to snuggle. I love that we are your Mama and Dada. I love you Leon!

 

~All my love, your Mama

Nap Time With You

November 26th 2012 8:40pm,

I Love You!

Leon,

       This afternoon around 2 o-clock you started to get really tired and a little cranky, so we layed down for a nap. After reading the same book to you three times you started to fall asleep. I realized just how tired I was too, so I closed my eyes. You fell asleep with your little head on my shoulder. I treasure those moments I have with you. We drifted off to sleep and didn't wake up until 4 o-clock this evening. I guess we both really needed that nap. I love you Leon, my little Snuggle Bug!

 

~Love, your Mama

A Beautiful Fall Day

November 25the 2012 10:54pm,

Playing In The Leaves

 

Leon,

       Today was a beautiful day. The sun was shining, and even though it was chilly, it was a perfect day to go for a walk. I bundled you up in your stroller with a warm blanket and we walked to Nana and Papa's house. While we were there you decided to help Papa rake up all the leaves in the grass. You had a lot of fun stomping through the piles of leaves smiling and laughing. When it was time to head home, and also your nap time, you did not want to leave. You were having way too much fun playing, but Mama could tell you were getting tired. As soon as we got home and layed down for nap time, you fell asleep and took a well earned nap. It was a beautiful and chilly fall day today, and I am so happy I got to spend it with you little man. I love you Leon!

 

~Love, your Mama

Playdough Fun

November 24th 2012 8:22pm,



Leon,

       Today was a slow day as Mommy is still feeling very tired and nauseous. You got bored after playing with all your toys and eating lunch, so I thought we would try playing with playdough again. This time you knew not to eat it and you had so much fun squishing it! I taught you how to roll the playdough into a ball, which you thought was amazing since "Ball" is your favorite and most used word.

 

       When 1 o-clock came around you started to get cranky and manic. I knew this meant it was time for a nap, so I layed down with you on my bed and we read a book. Then I said it is time to go to sleep and take a nap. Your response to that was "No, no, no!" I wrapped you up in a warm soft blanket and said "Yes, it is quiet time and time to take a nap. It is time to sleep. I love you." You closed your eyes, still muttering "no...no..." and then you fell asleep. We snuggled together for a while since Mommy was really tired too. Naps are a wonderful thing. I love you Leon, my sweet little boy.

 

~Love, your Mama