My Big 4-Year-Olds

On August 10th, Nathan & Alexa went to see Dr. M for their well check!  We had talked about what was coming up & they were definitely nervous about the shots but they were brave.  On the way to the dr, they were arguing who would go first for shots.  Nathan's argument was that Alexa should go first because ladies ALWAYS go first.  Alexa said Nathan should go first because he was born first & is the oldest.  Pure comedy!

This was a long appointment.  They did weight, height, sight & hearing tests (both passed with flying colors!), talked to the doctor, got checked out.  Dr. M walked out of the room & Alexa looked at me at said, "No shots!!"  But of course the nurse came in a few minutes later to take them to the shot room.  Nathan was brave & went first.  Both kids cried during the shots but recovered well & were thrilled with their ring pops, pencils & stickers.  Not to mention the stop at Orange Leaf (frozen yogurt) I promised them.


Here's a little bit about them individually, including their growth stats:

Nathan at 4: 
  • Weighs 33 lbs (23rd%) & is 40 in tall (41st%)
  • Is SO excited for preschool & asks if its time to go every day
  • Can write his name in capital letters but sometimes forgets the T
  • Loves to dress himself & definitely has an opinion about what he wears.  He has an affection for winter clothes.  Sorry buddy- you live in Texas.
  • Is very concerned & protective about his sibling's safety.  He kind of freaks out, especially at the pool.
  • He is a great sharer & even let his cousins help open all of his presents at his family party
  • Has a great laugh & loves to be a tease & be silly
  • Is getting into super heroes like Iron Man, Spiderman & Batman
  • Loves TV
  • Loves to be on the go.  He asks me where we're going today every morning when we get up.
  • Loves sports & can't wait to play
  • Is always willing to give hugs & kisses
  • Ready to start cutting out some naps but still kind of needs them.
  • Loves his Daddy.  Always has, always will.
Alexa at 4:
  • Weighs 31 lbs (16th%) & is 40.5 in tall (66th%)
  • Loves to play make believe, especially Mommy & Baby or Princess.  
  • Is close to writing her name.  She gets the A, L & X.
  • Makes friends wherever she goes.  
  • Loves to color pictures & must hang them on the fridge.
  • Is very giving.  She always asks me if a certain friend, cousin or sibling can have something of hers that they like.
  • Is also very good at sharing.
  • Is definitely turning into a little bit of an emotional wreck at times.
  • Is not afraid of public speaking & bore her testimony in church this month!
  • Loves lipgloss, jewelry, pink, sparkles, dress ups, & all things girly
  • Loves to snuggle with mommy & often ends up in my bed about once a week.  She stays for a half hour or so then goes back to her bed.
  • Is enjoying being able to sleep in a little since getting her own room.
  • Has long hair "like Rapunzel" & loves to have me do pretty braids!
  • Is a mama's girl!
I sure love these kids!  They are getting so big, learning so much & bring so much joy to our lives!

Comments

Amy said…
Oh how I miss you Nathan and Alexa! You are growing up so fast! Lots of kisses and hugs from Japan!
4:37 PM
Our Family said…
Wow! They are getting so big! Writing their names, huh? That's incredible! They sound so sweet and look so adorable and grown up!
5:17 PM
Diana said…
They are huge! I know I write that every time I comment, sorry. Maybe I should get on here more often.
1:06 AM
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