We're officially a sports family

Matt and I share a love for sports. We love the team work, the effort, the discipline, the excitement, the commitment...we love it all! We often talk about how our kids can do whatever they want in regards to extracurricular activities. We say, "we'll support our boys in anything; football, piano, karate, dance, etc".  We really will support them in anything they do, but if they always chose sports that would be great with us! I'm praying that is the case. ;)

That whole little sports rant is because Titus started his first organized sport this fall. He is playing soccer for the YMCA. You can imagine the excitement and fun this little 3 week biddy soccer league has brought to our little house on Charlotte Street. We are practicing soccer all the time, talking soccer often, and of course helping Coach Daddy with game strategy. (Matt nor I know much about soccer, but in my opinion soccer is a good starter sport. Hopefully someday it's football and baseball games.) I'm definitely that mom who brought my giant camera to every game and every practice to make sure I didn't miss anything. I was so proud of my little guy.

Happy 3rd Birthday Titus

Titus Lair

3 years old

Stats

Weight   32 lbs 6 oz (60%)

Height    38 1/2" (70%)

Skills

-you are speaking in full conversations
-you have strong opinions and share they will full sentences ;)
-you are a great helper with your little brother
-you sleep from around 7:30pm to 6:30 am (but you usually play in your room  until 7am)
-you nap from around 12-2 everyday
-playing with friends is one of your favorite activities
-kicking a soccer ball
-dribbling a basketball
-hitting a ball without a T

Struggles

-taking turns with friends
-behavior in general is hard at 3 ;)
-waking up in the middle of the night with bad dreams (occasionally) 

Letter from Mommy
My Sweet Little T,
    You're 3 years old! I can hardly believe it. You made me a mommy 3 years ago on July 9, 2010. What a special day! This past year has been a big year for you. You have grown up so much! You went from a toddler to a little boy. Now you can understand everything I say (for better or worse) and you can talk back with me. You're such a fun little boy. You play hard every day all day. You barely sit for a movie because you would rather be jumping on the furniture, kicking a ball, or playing with your race cars. We have playdates with friends several times a week and you love these times during our week. You and your friends play chase, ninja turtles, football, and run wild around all the parks in our neighborhood. On the outside you're rough, tough, and wild. Underneath all that toughness you are a sweet and tender boy. You love people very much and love to be a helper. When Bram gets hurt or becomes sad you cry right along with him, and when Bram laughs or plays you always join in.

 You bring so much joy to our lives. We pray for you everyday. We pray you become a man who knows God and Loves God with your whole heart. We pray that you are strong and courageous, gentle and loving. We pray that you come to know Jesus as your savior at a young age and that faith continues to grow stronger throughout your life.

You're an awesome boy. We love you.
Love you Big Boy,
Mommy

Happy Birthday Bram (better late than never)

Bram Mac

 1 Year Old

Stats 

Weight   22lbs 9 oz (50%)

Height    28 1/2" (10%)

Head Circ  18 1/2" (70%)

Skills

-cruising like a champ but not walking yet
-babbling constant sounds but no words yet
-clapping
-dancing
-recognizing familiar people when asked to find "mommy, etc"
-you are still a great eater!
-you did a great job moving from the bottle to sippy cup!

Struggles

-still not saying mama or dada specially in regards to us (Dr. Natasha said not to worry hopefully that will come in the next few weeks)
-sleep overall is really good. You don't take very long naps but you are happy when you're awake so that is great! 

Letter from Mommy
My Sweet Little Bram,
   Happy First Birthday! We had such a great time celebrating your b-day. On July 4th (the day after your 1 st b-day) we had our family all come over for a party. We cooked out steaks and veggies and had a big birthday cake! You loved your cake! I'm not surprised because you love all food! I'll post pictures from your party down below. Everyone always talks about what a sweet boy you are and how you can make anyone smile. Your temperament is so pleasant and you are always happy to make a new friend. You are starting to get sad whenever mommy has to leave you in child watch at the Y or at church but every time I come back to get you a smile is on your face again! You and Titus are starting to play together more. Titus loves to practice his football moves on you. You're a tough boy to handle a big brother like T. I hope you and Titus always have a good relationship where you can laugh, fight, cry, and joke together. Daddy and I pray for you everyday. We pray that you grow to be a strong, Godly man; who knows God and loves God.

We love you Brammy.
Love,
 Mommy