My Baby Turns Two!

J turns 2 today!

How did that happen?  Where did time go?

J is a light of happiness and joy!

Nicknames: Jack, Jack-Jack, Bub, Doddle, Bug, Bugga-Boo, Jackie, JL

• He loves cars, trucks, trains, tractors, planes - basically, anything with an engine!  He is quick to point them out when he sees them.  There's been a lot of new home construction near us, which has resulted in hours of enjoyment for J!  He also has a train table, a bunch of tractor and hot-wheel cars, and all of the Planes figurines.  
• J also loves animals!  He can make all of the animal noises.  His favorite is "Sheep - baa-aa-aa-aa."  J also has never met a dog he doesn't love!
• J knows all his letters, counts to 5, and knows most of his colors.  He is stinkin' smart!
• J loves to read!  He has quite the book collection and loves to read to himself or an audience.
• J has quite the sense of humor and loves to make people laugh!  
• "Shy" is not a word I would ever use to describe this boy!  He loves to say "hello" and "hi" to everyone he sees - and will continue to say it until they say hi back!  He also loves giving high-fives, knuckles, and occasionally hugs.
• "Fearless" is a word I would use to describe this boy!  He doesn't know the meaning of "obstacle" - there is nothing he can't and won't try!  I love that about him (although it has made me nervous at times, too!).
• J has quite the stubborn streak and has proven it time and time again with some pretty awesome tantrums.  He loves to scream "No Way!" and "No Stop!" as he throws himself on the ground or into a wall.  These tantrums usually make me laugh, much to his disappointment. 
• J is very perceptive and seems to know when I need a hug or snuggles.  He also gives me lots of kisses, which I adore!
• J loves the playground!  He loves to climb the stairs and slide down the slides by himself.  Lately, he has taken to counting "3, 2, 1, GO!" or "Ready, set, GO!" before taking off.
• J loves music!  He loves to sing, dance, and play piano.  Current favorite songs include any song from Frozen, Wheels on the Bus, Head Shoulders Knees and Toes, and If You're Happy and You Know It.
• J still has his inquisitive nature and has to totally inspect any new environment that we go into.  We went to the doctors earlier this week, and as soon as we got into the exam room, he had to open all the cupboards, look in all the drawers, look in all the corners of the room, under chairs, etc.  He also was unsure of the medical instruments, so after the Dr. checked his ears and eyes, he turned around and did the same to her.
• J can't wait to be a brother!  He has been wonderful with all of his foster siblings.  Every time he sees a baby, he has to say "Hi, baby!"  
• He weighs 30 lbs (76 percentile) and is 33 inches tall (10 percentile).
• He has quite the vocabulary!  Although he can be difficult to understand at times, he can say quite a bit!  My favorite is "Vuv voo Mom!" (Love you Mom.)

J, you make my days brighter.  You make me a better person. One impish grin from you, and my troubles melt away.  I love your hugs, your kisses, your sweet voice, and your laugh! 

I love you so dearly and am so blessed to be your momma!