For Garrison

Sunday August 5th, Garrison officially turned 3 and a half. Where is the time going? After reading about mamas who've been totally emotional over their babies starting Kindergarten, I've decided I will do my absolute best to soak up everyday with my oldest little man before I become one of those totally emotional mamas. It's gonna happen. Ohhh man. There's no doubt in my mind that I will be that mama. But enough about that. For now my baby is only 3 and a half.

Garrison Cade, here's a peek into your life at 3 and a half...

You Love:

*Playing baseball with daddy

*Your grandparents

*Cheetos

*Raisins

*Driving around your car or jeep

*AnAn

*Being read to

*Hotwheels

*Spaghetti

*Tacos

*Being outside

*Austin (and being a big brother)

*Mama putting you to bed

*Fruit Jammers

*Mickey Mouse

*The Braves

*Bubble baths

*Chick Fil A

You do Not Love:

*Austin getting into your toys

*Going to bed early

*Hotdogs

*Water in your face

*Mama (or daddy) leaving your room at bedtime when you still have things to say

*Loud thunder

*Playing at Chick Fil A when it's crowded

Your Daily Routine:

You wake up between 7:15 and 8:00 every morning by calling Ohhh Maaaama!

Next, it's time for breakfast- your favorite meal of the day most days.

After breakfast we clean up and you and Austin play together for a little bit before Austin's nap.

Then you watch Mickey Mouse while I get Austin down for his nap.

After Mickey Mouse goes off you're ready for my attention and some one-on-one time.

We like playing together most days but some days you help mama dust or clean the bathrooms

Once Austin wakes up we usually get out and run errands or visit the library or Chick-Fil-A.

Next comes lunch, clean up from lunch and toys, quiet play time, and then naptime.

(You typically nap from 1:40ish to 3:00 everyday.)

After naptime is a snack and playtime with Austin (and mama) til daddy gets home.

You love playing with daddy until supper is ready and love bubble baths after supper.

Your bedtime is 7:45 or 8:00 every night and you enjoy having extra playtime after Austin goes to bed.

Your Personality

*Loving and affectionate- you love to give and receive hugs and kisses and just have a BIG heart

*Smart- you soak up everything, catch on quickly, and have an amazing memory

*Compassionate- you are concerned any time you see someone else upset or hurt and always want to make it better. You are extremely thoughtful!

*Curious- you love to ask questions and always want to be in the "know"

*Strong-willed- you're only strong-willed occasionally, but you definitely have a stubborn streak

*Loud- boy oh boy are you LOUD. We're thinking that comes from Papa and the Garrison side of the family... how fitting!

*Athletic- you love every sport you've been exposed to and have great large motor skills



Garrison we are so BLESSED to be your parents and love you so much more than you'll ever know. We are so proud of you, so thankful for you, and are loving watching you grow. We know God has great plans for you and are excited about His work in your life. We love you little man!!

 The LORD bless you
and keep you;
the LORD make his face shine upon you
and be gracious to you;
the LORD turn his face toward you
and give you peace.

Numbers 6:24-26