BJ at 6 (and a half)

Somehow I missed writing about BJ for his 6th bday- so here is a late entry on him at 6.5

Nicknames: Beej, little man, stinker, lovebug, bug, Captain, bud, Stink, Little stink, Bugaboo

Weight & Height: growing like a weed, 55 lbs?

Hair: Blonde, getting darker :(

Favorite foods: "hot dog, mac and cheese" 

Favorite toys: Legos

Favorite stuffed animal: Konr (Conner) his stuffed dog

Favorite animal: "cheetah"

Bedtime: 8 p.m.

Wake-up time: 6:50 or later (not taking naps in Kindergarten days makes him sleep in later) 

Naps: one nap a day for 1-2 hours- maybe 1-2x a week

Favorite person: "Grammy and Papa"

Latest Accomplishment: reading simple books himself- he's so proudLikes: "build puzzles, play Legos, play games (Skipbo, Aggravation), play on the iPad- Lexia and Dreambox"

Dislikes:"cats, shots, bad dreams, basketball"

What he is saying: he is more mature and responsible in his speech and thinking daily (and we are continuing to work on Spanish- 1 month of classes with mommy teaching lately)

What gets said about BJ most often: how well mannered he is, how responsible and kind he is, how much he looks like Daddy

Fears: "nothing" (not sure I believe it)

Health: only allergy left is peanuts, he got glasses this school year due to discovery that he is farsighted in his left eye 

What he wants to be when he grows up: "engineer"

How he's like Daddy:he likes Mommy, has a mischievous grin at times, loves to "drive the car", wants to do EVERYTHING Daddy does, social
How he's like Mommy: his coloring, his hugs, love of cuddling, short fuse for frustration, his kind heart with smaller kids

Funny things he's done lately: he makes me laugh daily, he has an infectious giggle, the other night Anika and BJ wanted to sleep in the same bed at night and they couldn't stop laughing about Daddy's instructions

Sweet things lately;  he and Anika are rapidly becoming such great friends, they play well together, taking turns playing what the other wants to play 2. BJ loves to make notes and books about how much he loves Dady and and I- so sweet

Mother's Day

I haven't written in forever- school is almost out and my last post was the first day of school.  I completely forgot to do a 6 year old BJ post, so that is on my to do list now.  But just a thought.  I love being a mom.  Yes, it is exceedingly hard, with midnight awakenings for illness, scary dreams, and potty breaks, the not being appreciated, the very rare breaks we get, the worry about raising them right, it is so much harder than I ever dreamed.  But the benefits are immeasurable.  The dandelion bouquets, the homemade cards, the early morning snuggles, the maple syrup kisses, the "I love you's".  And I know it may even get harder as they age and aren't as cute as they are right now, and don't forgive as easily, but I love these two little gifts from God excessively.

BJ and Anika,
It is my honor to be your mom, to watch you grow, kiss your owies, and pray over you at night.  I pray that the God who covers over a multitude of sins will redeem my messy imperfect parenting and lead you onto the path He has for you.  I may raise my voice to much (passionately), and may be a little on the crazy side (always), but am forever crazy about you two.  Never doubt that, I am your biggest fan, your hugest supporter, and cannot wait to see what God has in store for the two of you!
Love you to the moon and back,
Mom