Vann,

You are 3! Happy Birthday!

You are the coolest boy I know and I am so happy that God gave us you!

When I think back on all you've learned and done this year it blows me away! Sometimes I forget you're only 3. You can do so much on your own now. You're an awesome big brother and love Maggie so much.
You love to play outside.
You've turned into a fish this summer in the pool.
You really like going to church and learning in your small group.

You can dress yourself.
You use the potty like a big boy.
You sleep in your big boy bed.

You talk so well and use big words like "fantastic"! (My favorite was when you said "great-tastic"!!)
You have lots of friends and pray for them nightly.
You say the prayer at dinner for our family.

You spend time at Mimi and Papa's and love riding the Gator.
You can use your pedals on your tricycles.
You can count to 20.
You are a big helper and put your dishes away, help with laundry, and get things for Maggie.

You love Lyla and are great with her.
You greet Daddy when he gets home with a big "Daddy" or "Dad" and a huge hug!
You still like to sleep with your bita and need your tags in your hand before you fall asleep.
You wake up each morning with your alarm clock that turns green at 7 am!
This year for your birthday you started requesting a super hero theme around May! That's what I went with and then around July it began changing from super heroes to Pirate Jake to Paw Patrol to lots more! Daddy and I know how much you love the trampoline park, so we went with the super hero theme and Rush!

You woke up the day of your party and said, "I'm so 'cited!" Lots of your friends came and jumped with you to celebrate the big day. You enjoyed pizza and cupcakes that Lolli made. You were so excited to open up all of your presents and this year you got a lot of trucks, Paw Patrol gear, and fun learning goodies!

What a fun year it's been and a great celebration with sweet family and friends! Here's to another year. I am reminding myself to slow down and enjoy it because 3 years have gone entirely too quick!