Peter is 3!

Wow! How can it be? Peter is 3! We had a wonderful, chalked full-of-fun day to celebrate our special boy. The car gods aligned- they know a true fan when they see one- and Cars 2 was released on the very day of Peter's birthday! Peter was so excited to see the movie! Every morning leading up to his birthday, Peter would ask, "Is it Cars movie 2 day?" Finally, we were able to tell him yes. We went to the early showing of Cars with Drew and Paige and Trevor and Connor. Peter was fully geared-up in his Cars shirt, hat, and special ribbon. Though I found the movie less than thrilling, it passed all the kids' tests. Lizzy told me after, "That was a great movie, wasn't it mom" Um......okay? I'm glad they all liked it (I'll leave it at that). That afternoon, we gussied up the driveway with some Cars decorations, put out a few snacks, and the neighborhood kids all came over for some scootering and cake. Peter was in heaven. What a fun way to celebrate with Peter.

Peter, we are so very thankful for you. You have been such a joy to us from the very day we met you. You are the most beautiful mixture of so many things. You are calm and quietly inquisitive, taking it all in.....then silly and so funny, someone who loves to tell knock-knock jokes and roar like a dragon to crack yourself up. You are hesitant and cautious........then completely at ease, smiling with your friends, playing, having the best time. You are an intent worker, coloring carefully, lining up your cars in just the right way......then a bit of a daredevil, riding your plasma car so fast, a huge smile on your face. You are so, so sweet! You love to sit on my lap and listen to a story, and snuggle next to me on the couch watching a show. You still hold my hand (sometimes) when we go for a walk, which I completely love, and sometimes you'll spontaneously come up and give me a kiss on the cheek. You are a happy, joyful, loving boy, and we love you so. You love your sister, your family, your friends, playing with cars, riding your plasma car, and just being a part of the action. You are such a special you. The most perfect Peter! Happy Birthday to my very special boy!