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3 Years Old!

Monday, May 25th, 2009

Happy Birthday to my beautiful son. You bring more joy to me and your family than can be expressed in words. I can’t wait to see what the future brings…

And how did we finish off this wonderful birthday weekend…? By request, sliced grapes, animal crackers & a private showing of Ratatouille. After a warm bath, more grub (strawberries with yogurt) & a little Deluxe Marble Race play time SD and I chit chatted about seeing the ducks earlier, running around with Mom at Bailey Wick park the previous day and seeing Grandma. Our conversation mostly entailed him repeating keywords that came out of my mouth but from a Father’s point of view that is a conversation with my 3 year old Son. 15 minutes later the little guy was in a deep sleep probably dreaming about all the adventures to come with the first signs of morning light.

Never stop dreaming Sebastian.

Love,

Dada

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Merry Christmas!

Thursday, December 25th, 2008

Merry Christmas everyone.

So SD is a little more in tune with the whole Christmas thing this year. It is still soon to really explain the true meaning of Christmas but he certainly understands that our modern celebration involves delicious food and treats as well as colorfully wrapped presents. Also the lights hanging outside our home and the window candles seem to interest Sebastian very much and he can often be heard saying ‘Christmas lights’ & ‘Christmas bulbs’ in his own cute accent every once in a while when the thought enters his mind! 

There are wonderful packages for the kids from up north which include cool clothes (Emi sent down the Columbia University gear!) and a whole bunch of toys and cute and cuddly items for Clover. To name a few Mr. Potato Head, a cool Jacobs ladder knick knack, a neat wooden module toy car, books and many more fun things!

We decided to skip on a trip to Santa this year after tramatizing the poor fella last year but I think he will be ready again next year.

The crazy house light show on Penny Road entertained us 2 nights this holiday season and we actually got to meet the owner of this absolutely massive display one night as he was handing out candy canes to all the passing onlookers in their vehicles.

All in all we have so much to be thankful for as a family and our children are a constant reminder of the many incredible blessings we have already received in our lives.

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Grandpa Visits From Richmond

Sunday, December 14th, 2008

Today Grampa drove to Raleigh for a visit with his grandchildren. It was the first time he was able to hold Clover so that was a treat for both of them. Of course she gave her usual smiles and short baby noises as he held her and talked to her.

The little guy has always had a connection with his Grandfather and was very excited to see him when he came in the door. Charlotte went crazy as well!

It was a nice afternoon of lunch and conversation. Sebastian played and showed off his toys and especially made a point to show everyone his crayons or as he likes to call them ‘cray wons’. He always loves putting a slight twist on new words. Bananas are ‘da nanas’. ‘One more’ is ‘mom more’. Orange used to be ‘naaaa’. And red was ‘de’… And the list goes on.

Watching children grow up is such a gift. Thank you Sebastian & Clover for giving us that giftand so much more!

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Dear Son

Saturday, December 13th, 2008

First of all thank you for the pure joy you bring into our lives. Never in our wildest dreams could we have imagined how much happiness a little baby boy could bestow upon our family.

Now, I wish this digital life journal had been started 2 1/2 years earlier but you will just have to look back upon that time of your life in the handwritten journals which we will certainly show you some day. The words will make you laugh & smile as you read about the fun times and experiences we had as we all grew and bonded as a family.

12 weeks and 2 days ago you became an older  brother and while the adjustment has been strained at times it is already clear to us that you are going to make an incredible older brother. Any younger sibling would be lucky to call you their older brother.

So Sebastian… Remember to always be good to yourself. Always be good to others. Set your goals high and your standards higher. Finally never ever stop dreaming but don’t just be a dreamer. Take life in your hands and own it.

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