Dad

Hey Reid,

Yesterday was Father's Day. I couldn't possibly put into words, even on a good writing day, how blessed you are to have the dad you do. BUT, I'm going to try to share a teensy bit more about the man you so enthusiastically call "daddy" all day long and how he feels about you. =)

First off, he is every bit as much of a parent as I am. He goes about it differently than me sometimes but he loves you, you're his priority, and he always has your best interest and well-being at heart. 

He is proud of you and has been since day one. 

When you were born, he did the majority of the "baby care". It was several days before I changed a diaper. He really steps up to the plate for you, and for me, when it counts most. Sometimes, that's just the everyday, not-so-glamorous stuff.

He has a tendency to get you all riled up before bedtime... you two have so much fun... but you've always seemed to feel safe, secure, and still in his arms.

You are like him in a lot of ways. You're curious, loud, a bit of a bull in a china closet, friendly, warm, and you a have the gift of making people smile just like him. You also have his nose, hair color, and more.

Nobody can get you to laugh quite like he does. You two have something special and there's never a dull moment.

He never hesitates to be a kid with you. Your happiness trumps any lack of energy or potential embarrassment. =)

He makes this worried mama back off a tiny bit so you can explore, have more fun, and be a boy.

He tickles you, rough-houses with you, helps you learn new things, holds you when you're sad, dusts you off when you fall down, and holds your hand when you're not quite sure about that big step.

Reid, your dad is top-notch. He is patient and kind and loves you like only a Dad can. He wants the best for you as you grow up - even if it looks differently than anything he's pictured.

You bring out the best in him and he in you. Here's to many, many more Father's Days spent together.

Midweek Randoms

Let's see. Last week, I spent a lot of time looking back through this blog. There's some funny stories in there... back before this blog became nothing but pictures of this cute face.

It was also a great reminder of how good our life has been and how many amazing people we have around us.

So last week brought about some craziness. It also brought about Reid's 18-month checkup. I am so behind on blogging... I still need to post his 18-month photos and update. I barely even got any photos, to be honest. But I'm just going to roll with it and attempt to be OK with it. Reid got a good report from the doctor. He's a big, healthy boy.

The weekend was full of cleaning, laundry, more cleaning, more laundry... you get the idea.

Little reader. He doesn't quuuuiiiiiiite have the hang of it yet. ;)

I haven't got to spend much time with Reid the past couple weeks... it's just been busy.

Tuesday night, though, I did get to take him to Journey's t-ball game. Then, we stayed after for part of another.

 He had a good time playing with his buddy Felicity.

 Journey did great!

 So sweet. =)

 And last night, I finally got to spend some real quality time with him playing, etc...

Not sure what the next few days will bring yet but I'm certainly looking forward to the weekend.

Midweek Randoms

Honestly, I'm way too far behind to really catch you up. Here's some highlights. 

We went for a walk to the park (sans stroller) a couple weeks ago. Reid has a lot of energy that needs used up. =)

 When we got home, he shared a popsicle with Dad.

 This kid...

Over Memorial Day weekend, we shot a wedding and Reid spent the day at Aunt Darla and Uncle Darin's house. He event got to celebrate cousin Shayna's birthday. I always forget just how tired and sore I get after a wedding. It's a whole different type of wedding hangover.

Sunday, we went to lunch at my grandparents for my grandpa's birthday.

 Best baker around. =)

Reid turned 18-months last week and celebrated by getting a summer 'do. He had been pulling on his hair for a while and acted like it was real hot, so we went even shorter than usual.

 We also tried on one of his swimsuits that night. =)

I tried Jamberry Nail wraps on my big toes. I did a horrible job and didn't have time to do the other toes BUT I think if I had taken more time to do it right, I'd really love them. Even now, they're staying on fabulously!

 Reid really enjoys moving snacks from one cup to another.

Last weekend, I shot a wedding with my friend Laura of Elephant Juice Photography. The wedding was beautiful and we had a great time. Since I was doing that, Dac and Reid got to spend the day together. They played at home, went to the new playground at Island Park, and had a supper date. I'm glad they got to have fun together. =)

 Side note: Reid pooped in the bathtub for the first time that night. bahahahahaha.

The next morning, we went to church. Here is Reid up at Children's time. He's the one sitting down in front. Any guesses how long that lasted?

Then he got to play in the nursery and THEN he went to Sunday School. I'm so glad he gets to share Sunday School with some of my favorite little loves. =)

 They made butterflies this time.

After church, I went to lunch with Heather and Kayla to celebrate Kayla's 30th birthday. =)

There's a lot going on right now and Ive been spending a lot of time thinking and worrying. So many people I love needing prayer.