Our String Bean

Practicing his "mean" face :)

Our boy went for his three year old well check today and got a clean bill of health, for which we are so thankful. And no shots were needed at this visit, for which we were all extremely thankful too!

Here are his growth stats (no surprises there!):

Height: 40 inches (90th %)
Weight: 29 lbs (20th %)
BMI: 13.4 (very low)

So yes, following in his Daddy's footsteps physically, the little string bean!

He is fully potty trained now, even at night, and really breezed through that process (I was dreading it but he did so well!). He loves to choose his own clothes and can dress himself now (except for shoes). Fashion has become a battle of the wills over here so I am trying to find creative ways to compromise with him in this, letting him have independence while maintaining and teaching some shred of appropriate dress sense!

He communicates very clearly now, although gets slightly garbled when excited, and can identify emotions pretty well, which is helpful. Daddy is still his favorite person, with his Grandpa and uncles as close seconds! Building things, drawing and puzzles are favorite activities as well as trains, guns, swords and of course, playing ball outside.

Sophie and he are really enjoying each other and are making each laugh now. It's lovely to see them interact. He is learning to be a good big brother, helping with her oxygen tubes and making sure she doesn't get stuck. He still refers to her as "my baby" and loves to hug her. His newest thing is to "protect" her with his sword, while wearing his armor, slaying the dragons that seem to frequently prowl our house in search of baby Sophies to gobble up!

Tantrums and wanting to do things his own way have been an issue the past six months or so and we pray for wisdom in dealing with him with love and grace. Advice, good book recommendations etc. much appreciated!

So thankful for this little chap and the fun he brings to each day. Praying for him as he journeys down the road God has marked out for him.