Cole is officially a 4 year old. To anyone who asked he called himself 3 1/2 right up to the night before his big day but this morning when he ran into our room he had turned four. We told him he sure looks different - bigger and stronger and his response was "I know! I'm four now!"
Cole has always been a ray of sunshine. He can have his grouchy moments (and when he's mad...he's MAD) but ultimately he is just one happy kid. He goes through life with a bit of a happy go lucky attitude. He is flexible, content, independent, strong, and brave. He is kind to everyone and has no problem finding any and every mom at school pick up and saying hi or snuggling up to them. His Sunday school and MOPS school teachers would always rave when he would arrive to class as they said he just lit up the room. He truly does. Cole has a way of just making you smile. He has a wonderful little laugh and glint in his eye that really put people at ease. That same glint that puts people at ease will probably allow him to get away with a little mischief too. The little guy just bats his eyes (and insanely long eyelashes) at his teachers and I am sure a lot of his goofiness gets overlooked.
He is growing up so fast. As he's the second kiddo sometimes his major milestones are overlooked until suddenly one day you realize he is doing something he never did before or accomplishing tasks that are unexpected. I can't believe that in the fall he will be off to preschool and then *gasp* kindergarten.
At times Cole seems like his head is in the clouds but he can be quite an observant little guy. He really is attentive to Sam's friends and they are very kind to him as well. He watches his big brother and is quick to try to pick up on his skills. He is starting to really test out some of his athletic skills and already can't wait to play soccer like Sam. He loves to watch his games now and it might seem like he zoning out but in fact he is watching the plays and keeping track of who's winning.
Cole is so brave. It's amazing what a good match he is for Sam. Sam can be so hesitant and cautious, and then Cole just runs right on past him and dives into a new situation. It helps push Sam a little to try new things yet Sam brings a bit of balance to Cole and probably keeps him out of a bit of trouble. Cole and Eliza have a special relationship too. Every morning she calls for him - "Coley, Coley, are you?" It's really sweet. She adores him and it is nice for him to be the 'big brother' when Sam is at school.
Cole was very excited about his and Sam's Ninja birthday party this year. Cole has developed a few friendships apart from Sam' this year and he was so excited that his buddies could come. He counted down every day for two months for his big day. He has so much fun at his party...pictures of the big ninja party event coming soon!
We are simply so blessed to have this little man in our family. Just a perfect fit. Love you Coley - happy 4th birthday!
Presents! we didn't do an opening at the birthday party - there were just too many kids so Cole (and Sam too) enjoyed opening and playing with their presents this afternoon
I love his smile here...this just kinda sums him up. Our happy boy!
Ninja Cole
Eliza wouldn't let me put her headband on...until watching her brothers for a few minutes. Then she wanted hers too.
Ninja Sam
Our three crazy ninjas
It seems we are becoming a yearly tradition of birthday suppers out and then a trip to spend a little birthday money. Cole was so excited he got his own sundae...and ate every.last.bite.
Eliza loved her bit of dessert too...and made herself into nice chocolate mess.
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