Reflections of age

I don't know why I've struggled to start this blog.. I had so much fun.. I think I'm sad the party was all over so soon, and that's it for a whole year! But before I rehash the party (the pirate party, some of you may have heard about it) and the cool stuff we did I have some other stuff to reflect upon.

So my first born just turned 4.. Its strange how them getting a year older doesn't really hit you until the actual day and then its like where did the time go? and then in a matter of 2 weeks since his birthday Finally something has clicked and I have managed ( that's right me) I've taught my son 3 letters of the alphabet..
I've been concerned for quite a while that he was behind, and asking why wasn't he ''getting'' it? ( my besties daughter had long been able to read, recognize letters and names, and write names too) we read books together, we draw, and do the alphabet.. but for some reason now he gets it... Its funny cause right now he has full ownership of every m in existence. He sees the word smile on my wall on a banner and says mum that's my name- pointing to the m... I'm so proud..

His little friend just turned 3 only days after him... And he proudly( with some guidance)  wrote his friends name on the envelope.. Now he knows the letter A. And well I for ice-cream has sunk in too, and he does his little i's with the dots so very precise.

Also since turning 4 he now has to cut up his own food (we thought it was time he was allowed to use a knife) so he got a special new knife and fork set for xmas. I'm a big boy now he tells us, and will insist on doing it all himself until he is unable either through ability or tiredness kicks in.

I'm not sure if he's just started noticing how many cuddles his 1 year old brother gets, but of late he's been coming up and asking for a big cuddle.. He's really making me feel loved. I know its not his role to make me feel anything. But, he's been an independent little mite since the day he was born and then instantly became daddy's boy & only needed/ wanted me mum when he was hurt and or tired.. Its the bestest feeling to have your child consciously love you and want you.. He picks me flowers from the lawn (the few weeds around, he knows not to ruin mummy's garden by picking those flowers- see he's thoughtful) and he tells me he loves me. If he gives me 2 flowers that means he loves me 2 times!!!! Oh I'm cherishing these moments I assure you....

I hope to raise a thoughtful, respectful, hardworking, focused & genuine young man. Hmmn when I think about it, lots of traits like his daddy really :)

So I'm hoping next blog I Post will finally be about Memphis's 4th Birthday pirate party... More than likely not, I've had some inspiration for other posts of late.. Till then be sure to hug your wee ones tight and cherish every moment