Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Colbie is Three

Our baby girl turns three.

-Loves ballet class, art, all things Princess (especially the movie Frozen), new outings/adventures, music, dancing, pretend play, puzzles, learning new things and being outside.
-Always wants a friend.  If we aren't with friends then she finds a friend quickly.
-Loves her brother dearly.  Gives him lots of hugs, kisses and snuggles.  Is still learning how to do so gently.  Always makes sure he has a clean burp rag, loves picking out his (and her) clothes.  When he fusses in the car she says "its okay buddy, we're almost there," hates to hear him cry (she runs out of the room covering her ears).
-Is sensitive and super sweet but also very sassy and stubborn, has definitely been testing us the past month.  The reality of divided attention with her brother has set in.
-Not independent when it comes to playing, but has good self help skills (gets herself dressed, goes potty on her own, brushes teeth, in and out of car, etc.)
-She is tough physically but emotionally quite fragile.
-Will never be taken advantage of by other kids, she is usually the leader, never lets a toy be taken from her hands and can be a little bossy.
-She has become quite brave.  Talks to adults with confidence (even strangers) and will be dropped off most places without hesitation.  Orders her own meal at restaurants.
-Is an amazing negotiator
-No longer a pull-up pooper.  Has been pee potty trained for a long time and never has accidents, but until recently was terrified of pooping on the toilet and would ask for a pull-up.  I'm very glad those days are behind us!

We love this girl to pieces and are so excited to see what her future holds.  Happy 3rd Birthday to our sweet girl.

Stats:
Height:37inches (50th percentile)
Weight:30 pounds (40th percentile)

















Sad ballerina, being three is rough;(

Thursday, April 24, 2014

Easter

We were lucky to have Jon's family in town for Easter.  His parents and auntie Michelle were super helpful with the kids and around the house.  After church and brunch, Jon and Paul worked hard drilling holes in our empty pool.  we are filling in the pool, so this summer we will have a kid friendly and safe backyard!



Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Ashton 3 Months

Month three has been filled with lots of giggling, it's so much fun!  Ashton is very ticklish which allows us to see his adorable laugh quite often.  He has also learned how to bat at toys with both his hands and feet, and roll over.  He continues to be an easy going baby, we are so lucky!!  He also sleeps great at night (from 8:30pm to 6am).




Colbie pinching his chubby cheeks

Colbie holding his hand


Tickle tickle.  Colbie took this pic

Chubby baby

This is what he looks like when "talking"


Colbie took this pic too, not bad






Watching basketball with Dad

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

Colbie's 3rd Birthday Party

Colbie had a great time celebrating at Seattle Gymnastics academy with all her friends!  Jon was in charge of food/decorations and with lots of hands to help with Ashton I was able to enjoy the party and take lots of pictures!