Sunday, January 8, 2012

Kiddos Report: 2012

I thought it would be fun to start out each year with a synopsis of the kids - their current likes, progress, and little personalities... so here you go!
Kaylee (age 6) is in first grade and adores her teacher, Mrs. Wickham. She has always had a love for school and continues to test above average in all areas.  She is becoming a better reader every day and always has a good attitude about her homework. She has awesome handwriting for only being 6, is great at coloring, and loves to draw.  She loves having Mommy as her class "Room Mom" and can't wait for party days because she knows that I'll be there - she is so proud to show me off to her friends!
Kaylee is definitely our big helper!  She is always asking to help cook dinner, is eager to help out with her little brother and sister (she was so excited today when I asked if she wanted to put Tyler's shirt on and comb Jadyn's hair), loves to fold laundry, and enjoys organizing and cleaning with Mommy.  She has a big heart and thinks a lot about others. (Lately she seems to be worried about Mommy's overabundant tummy and is always reminding me not to bend over too much or carry heavy things.)   She is half tomboy and half girly girl - she totally digs Nerf guns and Legos but is just as happy to tote around her "Alana" doll and play dress up her little sister.   She loves baking, coloring, and crafts.  She has a sensitive little heart (which often results in her getting her feelings hurt easily) and likes to be the center of attention.  Kaylee is beautiful, caring, snuggly, outgoing, and smart.

Jadyn (age 4) has been keeping busy this year with Joy School and preschool. She has always seemed grown up for her age and is doing great in the classroom.   She knows all her letters/numbers/sounds and is learning to read. Jadyn has gymnastics once a week and is a natural at it!   Her little body is so limber and she can easily keep up with the 5 and 6 year olds.  (We actually tried to get her switched to Kaylee's class since she tried it once and loved it, but they want her to wait just a few more months... I guess something to do with four year olds not having enough neck strength?)  Jadyn is our little daydreamer.  She is often off in her own little world and is easily self entertained.  She also happens to have a rare talent of being able to make huge messes in a very small amount of time.  She is great at cleaning up when she wants to, but it's usually a struggle to get her to do it.  And unlike her big sister, she could be totally content having her floor covered in toys!  Jadyn is a girly girl - she loves wearing dresses, playing with dolls, pretending to be a princess, and putting on her play makeup.  She adores her big sister and loves to be by her side.  Her little personality is infectious and she steals the hearts of strangers every where we go.  She is naturally funny and constantly making us laugh.  She also has a stubborn side and likes to get her way... I think always giving in to her when she was younger has finally caught up to us!  Jadyn is creative, adorable, spunky, witty, and loving.

Tyler
(22 months) relishes in being the littlest in the family and we lovingly call him our "eternal baby" - since he seems to be in no hurry to grow up.   He is finally starting to talk more and we are learning that he knows a lot more words than he likes to let on.  He has started speaking in some sentences, but they usual begin with "I want..."  He loves to take in the world around him and has great comprehension of everything we say.   He has the sweetest disposition and is easy to love. The best is when he stomps his little feet in excitement.  We call it his "happy feet."  He also stomps his feet when he is mad, which for some reason is still adorable.  He loves to follow his big sisters around and play by their sides.  He also loves his Mama and Daddy and often crawls up to cuddle in next to us or give us spontaneous kisses.  Tyler is not a fan of running errands and can be a nightmare to take shopping.  He doesn't like being strapped into a cart and can't be entertained by snacks or toys.  But when he's home or playing somewhere, he a pretty easy-going kid.  And definitely calm for being a boy and all! Speaking of, this kid is ALL boy.  He loves cars, trucks, and trains and its rare to see him without one in his hands.  You'll often hear him say "choo choo" or "vroom vroom vroom" as he totes them around the house looking for a new place to push them around.  Tyler is happy, mellow, handsome, attentive, and sweet.

1 comment:

valerie said...

So sweet! Your babes are ever so adorable! Love the update.