five

And so it happened.  My dark, fuzzy headed, chubby cheeked baby who I knew for sure would be my baby forever turned five yesterday.  FIVE.  Five years ago I couldn't even imagine this day coming.

But it came.  And I couldn't be more proud of the young boy he's become!!

At five years old Brooks ....

has a tender heart

loves Jesus and going to his classes at church

is a great big brother

is a rule follower

does most things slowly

loves to ride his bike, play tennis, baseball, basketball & in general play outside

is very inquisitive

loves learning & reading books

plays often with his best friend, Jake

has an extensive vocabulary

adores his Daddy

approaches new things with caution

is very independent and loves to help around the house

is quite sensitive, both emotionally and physically

wants to be a "construction guy" when he grows up

is a "saver"

dives whole heatedly into things that interest him

is very friendly and sociable

loves going out and "doing things"

likes to watch movies and play video games

is really fun to talk to

Favorite things:

color green

hot dogs, chips, pineapple

candies & sweets

the Vikings

all things Mario

going to the arcarde

wearing no-sleeve shirts

Happy Birthday Brooks David.  I love you with all my heart and I am very proud to be your Mama.  I'm so glad that God made you a part of our family!!