Van's 4th Birthday Party

How/when/why is my baby almost 4 years old?

Van--
You are a DELIGHTFUL human being. I just cannot imagine life without you. Saturday morning after your party, you proclaimed that soccer is your "most favorite-ist sport ever" and sat down beside us on the couch. There was a picture of Nancy Pelosi on the TV screen and you said: "Whew, that's what I look like when I wake up in the morning!!" And made us laugh instantly. Where do you come up with this stuff?

The other day during your and Jean-Margaret's nap times, I feel asleep on the couch. When I woke up, you were standing 2 inches from my face and said: "you had a great nap, sweetie!" How long do you watch me sleep? Aren't I supposed to be watching you sleep? Since when do we call mom "sweetie"? :)

After witnessing some 'worker men' at G-Mommy's house and our neighbor's landscapers the other day, you started calling Jean-Margaret: "Carlos!!!" and asked her help you out in the yard. You two now enjoy your landscaping venture pulling weeds in our driveway and mowing our grass. Your energy is amazing.

You have a wonderful heart and the most entertaining personality. Your most recent concern is when your hair will be curly enough to resemble "the old Don Henley" (ie: an afro from the 70s) so you intentionally mess up your hair and check it in the mirror to see: "Is it curly yet???"

All fun aside, I cannot wait to watch you become a big brother again. I am so excited to watch your unique personality transform into a little boy. At dinner the other night we were discussing how everyone has strengths and weaknesses and how all people have differences. We asked you: "What is your favorite thing in the world?" --- To which you thoughtfully replied: "God." This was the same day you had just received your new bike and a few other special toys.

Evans and I were amazed by your mature response and tried to hide our tears.  We are so so proud of you and glad to have enjoyed such a special evening celebrating your 4th birthday!! Love Mom