Toddler Talk 2

I just love listening to Carter talk. The things he comes up with amazes me, or cracks me up, every day. Here's a few from the last 24 hours.

Yesterday, when I came down from feeding Lincoln and getting him down from nap Carter said "How's Link doing, mum?"

Carter told Dan he learned something at school. Dan reminded him that he doesn't go to school yet. Carter said in a very angry tone "yeah I did dad, when I was all. by. mySELF!"

He has started saying "this tired me out!" but yesterday, while play with his leap pad, he said "I'm getting tired of this!"

This morning as I was watching Dan and Carter walk down the pathway out front Carter turns to look at me. He pauses for a second and then says "just don't pinch your fingers in the door!"

Love him!

Dear Lincoln

Dear Lincoln,

First let me say, I know this looks to be the same exact letter that I wrote your brother when he was 6 months, but I really do hope the same for both of you, and couldn't think of a better way to say it (sorry, I blame your lack of sleep for my lack of creativity!) :)

At only 6 months, you are already growing up so fast. Yet, you are still so perfect in every way! You do not lie, cheat, or steal. You do not gossip, judge, or hate. You accept anyone and everyone. You love unconditionally and never hold a grudge. You only want for what you need, and you need very little to be happy. I thought I would take this time, before time gets away on me, to let you know some of my hopes for you as you grow up.

I hope that you cherish your family and your friends. In life, very little can make you happier than the people you surround yourself with. All good relationships have both give and take so make sure to treat others as you would want to be treated. Treat strangers with respect, as they could someday be your friend. Try to give people the benefit of the doubt as it's so much easier on you and them. 

I hope you always know how special you are and that you always accept who you are. There may be times when you don't know exactly who that is, but that is all part of the journey. If you accept that and give it time it will become clearer. If you ever feel completely lost and lonely, I hope you know you can always come home for a reminder of who you are (and lots of love and hugs!) Always know that you can do anything you set your mind to. It may be a challenge at times, and you may need to ask for help along the way, but you can do it. 

I hope you can find success in your life. Success is not a dollar amount, a certain job, or who your friends are. It's finding the things and people in your life that truly make you happy. There will be things you have to do in life out of responsibility and obligation, but always try to make time for the things that make you happy! Try not to take anything too seriously. All hard times pass in time, and happiness is just around the corner.

Last and certainly not least, I hope you always know that your dad and I love you unconditionally and always will! We aren't perfect, and we don't expect you to be either. We will always be there for you to help you through any challenges you encounter. We will always try to listen first, and talk second. There will be times when we disagree but we will always try to see your point of view, and we just ask that you do the same in return. We will try to guide you without being overbearing, and to lead you by example. We promise to always provide a place for you called home!

Love,
mum

Carter's Birthday Weekend

Well, my little man turned 3 today. We had a weekend full of parties to celebrate. First there was the party with his friends. There was: 

Swimming

Food

Cake

Fun

Friends

Ball Pit

Then Sunday we had the family party:

Link hanging out with gramma

Three kings

Fireman in the house

Showing off his muscles

Kustermann's Berry Farm

For the last three years we have gone to a farm on the Saturday of Thanksgiving weekend. Here are some pics from this years outing: