How is it possible that my baby is turning four?? I joke with you all the time that I want you stay little forever. I know that's not possible, but if I could bottle you up right now, I would!
You've grown so much in the last year! You are the best big sister and I've loved watching yours and Evan's relationship grow as you both get older. Of course there are times that you guys fight and are jealous of each other, but the majority of the time you both are so sweet to each other. I know you love him so much and would do anything for him. You love to give him hugs and are always there to help him with whatever he needs.
You're becoming so independent now. You want to do everything yourself, whether it's getting dressed, getting snacks and water for yourself or even turning the bathroom light on. Sometimes it drives me crazy because it obviously takes you longer to do these things than it takes me to just do them for you, but I sometimes just have to take a step back and realize this is something I need to let you do. We took the rail off your bed this year and you also learned how to pump your legs on the swings. You've cut out your nap most days too. We try to still make you have "quiet time" in your room, but that usually consists of you just playing in your room until you decide it's been long enough and are ready to come out.
Over the last year, you've been involved in so many new activities - dance, gymnastics, soccer, cheerleading and swimming. I've loved watching you in all these activities and you are always making me so proud of you. I know this sounds like such a parent thing to say, but you truly are good at almost everything you try! You are so determined and quite athletic. You tell me that dance and gymnastics are your favorites, so we'll probably stick with them for a while. I know some may think that we have you in too many activities, but if they only knew how much energy you have. You thrive on being kept busy!
You are a very smart little girl and very outgoing. Lately we have had a few issues with you being bossy at school, but we're working through them and hopefully it will be short lived. I think you were just born to be a leader and you need to learn how to handle that. You are the perfect mix of girly girl and tomboy. You love to wear dresses and love all things princesses, but also love to play outside and wrestle with your brother. You are very artistic and creative. You love to draw, color and do crafts. You also have quite the imagination. I love the stories you come up with.
Our lives changed for the better 4 years ago and I can't even remember what life was like before you. I hope you have the best birthday ever and can't wait to see what's ahead for you in the next year. So to my outgoing, determined, funny and sometimes sassy little 4 year old. . Happy Birthday! Mommy and Daddy love you more than you will ever know!
Love,
Mommy
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