Saturday, November 17, 2012

My almost 4 year old

Gideon, Gideon, Gideon. I just love this kid so much and he's growing up so fast. It seriously breaks my mommy heart to think he's almost four. It's flown by so fast. Gideon is a spark plug. He makes us all laugh. He is silly and crazy and witty. He loves superheroes and loves to dress up in some kind of superhero outfit EVERY SINGLE DAY. His favorites are Darth Vader, Batman, Superman, and Captain America. He loves Legos and building things. He is becoming quite an artist. He loves to sit with Jasper in the afternoons and do "homework". Gideon is my little snuggle bug. He loves to give kisses and hugs and talk to the baby in my belly. He's going to make a wonderful big brother. He is so much fun to be around. He's a good friend - sometimes he needs reminders about what being a good friend means, but he has a very kind heart. He also likes to challenge me and to test limits. Gideon has a mind of his own and has strong opinions about what he wants to do. He's particular about socks, shoes, shirt sleeves, and the length of his pants. He brings out the fun, rambunctious, wrestling side in Jasper, which I think is healthy and fun for the two of them. Gideon's best friend in the whole world is his big brother :)

Gideon is going to be four on Christmas Eve. Sometimes I wish time could just stand still for a bit. As excited and elated and ready I am for our new little baby to arrive, I have SO enjoyed this fall with Gideon. We've had time to bond and talk every day while Jasper is at Kindergarten. I've gotten to know him as an individual kid, which is really special. It's going to all change pretty quick, and change is good :) I think he will adjust beautifully, but I will miss the quiet, simple moments he and I have been able to share these past few months.

Okay, here are a few pictures from the past month:

Ready for the day

Climbing around on things

Pike Place Market with Jasper

First dentist visit

Cavity free!!

Gid laughing hysterically at Jasper:)

Nature School

Happy as a clam next to all the lego boxes


7 comments:

Fowler family said...

Oh, i loved reading this Sara. GId is such a hoot! I love it that he dresses up in superhero costumes each day (and that you let him). You are such a good mommy to your boys. You help them reach and grown in countless ways. Love you so much and I'm so excited for you these next couple of weeks with your impending arrival! Love you.

Taylor said...

We love gid too!!!

Angela Allen Paulsen said...

I teared up last week as he stood to practice his part in Primary. We love Gid too!

katie said...

We love Gid!

Unknown said...

A great post!

Lisa Rampton Halverson said...

We love you, Gid! Happy birthday very soon! We're excited for you to be a big brother to your little sis. Thanks for giving so much happiness to MY little sis - your mommy, Sara.

Love, Aunt Lisa

Chele said...

He is so grown up now. :)