Michael Turns Three

Can you believe Michael is three years old? He's grown from a tiny baby who couldn't hold up his own head to a running, talking, jumping, and singing little boy.













Michael loves music, and has surprised me with the depth of his interest from the first time he heard an organ play. Last summer he was introduced to guitars and violins at my parents' home, and has since used everything from swords, rulers, and baseball bats to pretend he has these instruments. His doting grandparents on both sides of the family saw this and (with such coordination that I think they must have planned it together) presented Michael with his own little violin and guitar for his birthday this year.


In addition to all the great gifts from grandparents, Michael also got some from us - particularly from Jonathan who had great fun picking out some things for the little boy who aged a full year in his absence. And of course, those of you who know Jonathan won't be surprised, a skateboard was quickly purchased so that Michael can share his dad's love for all things related to skateboarding, rollerblading, and snowboarding (we'll soon start on the others, you can be sure).












How lucky we feel to have this wonderful boy in our lives! Michael makes sure that his sister is happy by giving her books, toys, and hugs. When he hears music he quickly grabs (or pretends with) an instrument. When he sees me unloading the dishwasher he runs over to help put away the silverware. And he protects kids when they are being picked on by smacking the attacker (hah!). We love our little boy.