Little E turns 2!

In true 2 year old style, little E was very shy at his party. His Auntie tried to talk him into telling everyone that he is two. 

Brother tried to encourage him.

Daddy was busy recording the big occasion.

Present time!

There is that smile!

Dinosaur boots!

Dinosaur mittens!

Money from Great Papa and Nana!

Uh oh. Grumpy again for the photos mommy wants taken. Pop and Grammy try to cheer him up with some toys.

Papa and Grandma with the birthday boy.

Mommy and Daddy with our big birthday boy!

E, 

You are my baby. The youngest of 6...soon to be 7. Time is flying by. It is a joy to watch you grow and change. I am celebrating all of your big accomplishments but I am also savoring the sweet baby moments we still share. You run with the big kids but often want "uppy" for a snuggle. I am happy to oblige.

You have a the sweetest smile and a contagious giggle. You love to sing, dance and play. One of your favorite things to do is tromp around in other people's shoes. You wear them so proudly. Also, you have decided that wearing mittens most of the time is the coolest thing to do. I have to sweet talk you into taking them off so you can eat your meals. 

You still prefer your Auntie over me when she is around. You two have something special going on there. It is precious. When you were little bitty you would push your cousin off her lap in order to have her all to yourself. You haven't changed much. You still don't like to share her.

You got to do your "special day" with Papa and Grandma this year. They take each of you kids for a day of fun around your birthday. We were all nervous that you would cry and not want to leave Momma. Instead you marched out of here like a man on a mission. You loved your one on one time with them! What a blessing. 

You and D have so much fun together. I love it when you guys start playing chase. You squeal and run all around. It is so cute! You guys have such a unique relationship. You little "twins" bring great joy to my heart!

I love you little E. 

You are a gift to your Daddy and I.

Happy 2nd birthday!!!