Updates on the kiddos

Just thought I'd document some stuff for you guys...

Let's start with Jake...my sweet Jake! The most beautiful boy ever. 
Jake, you are so handsome. Your eyes are beautiful and are going to get you in trouble when you're older. Your intelligence amazes me, your vocabulary and the things you already know are so awesome. You are very inquisitive and curious about everything! You're all about tractors, trucks and construction sites...your most favorite being, John Deere! You have JD socks, books, toys, posters hanging in your room, and a mini JD that Pa & Coco got you last Christmas. You are so cute on it. Sophie likes to ride beside you...and she makes sure to hold on tight. Speaking of Sophie...you are such a good brother (when you want to be). You look out for her and love her. You call her Mama...it's so cute (that's what Dad & I call her too). She loves you...wants to do whatever you do. Sometimes you think it's funny...but sometimes you get annoyed with her too. Your most favorite cartoon is Phineas & Ferb. I think we have about 20 episodes recorded on the DVR. You watch it every morning and sometimes before bed. "Hey Ferb, I know what we're gonna do today". You are doing great at HOPE Christian. You really like it there. When I drop you off...you don't even look back...you just walk right in, sit down and start playing. That makes me happy! Your favorite foods are lucky charm cereal, Babybel cheese, red grapes and chips! You love to dance and have a great sense of humor. I could go on and on...but, just know that everyday is different and you teach me something new. I love you more than you'll ever know. 

As for my Sophie, well...where do I start? You are so gorgeous! I love your beautiful skin and hair. Already got so much personality for such a little thing. You're walking everywhere...starting to run...following your brother everywhere, even into the bathroom! You are a little monkey...monkey see, monkey do! You are trying desperately to talk...not sure what you're saying, but you are definitely talking. And, you use your hands too...it's really cute. The words I can make out are; outside, hot, yeah, papa, Dad, Mom, Jake, Bob and Pa. You are all about jewelry and love to wear necklaces around your neck. And, when I put my makeup on, you like to put lipstick and then I say, "oh, how perdy" and you give me this big smile. You love going on walks and ride in your little buggy. And, you have a temper, you're very determined and make it very known when you want something. You are very friendly, when we're out in public you wave and say Hi or Bye to people. You're just irresistible girl. Oh, and the cutest thing of all...when you're done eating, you throw all your food on the floor...yea, not so cute. You eat almost anything. And, once we're all done eating together at the table...you go to Jake's seat and finish his food. It's like his taste better to you or something? And, when you get in trouble, you start crying and act like we hurt your feelings so bad. Then you go to the bathroom, get a tissue and blow your nose....drama queen! You are so smart...you understand everything we tell you. I look forward to watching you learn and grow.

I am a very proud Mom. I think you are the most beautiful kids in the world. We have a really blessed life. You have a Dad who always makes sure we are taken care of. He works really hard to make our lives easier. He's an amazing man, father & husband. We both love you and always will.