Happy Birthday, three-year-old!
Avery, you are such a joy in our lives and you're quickly becoming a graceful little lady. You are such a peacemaker and an encourager. You enjoy serving your famous "tea" to Mommy, Daddy, Julia and to your stuffed animals whenever you get the chance, and you're always careful to stir and blow on it before serving because "it's very hot."
You're a big helper! You're learning how to fold your clean clothes and put them in their drawers, and you also like to help fold towels when you can. It's clear that you like things to be neat and tidy, and you sometimes help us realize when things are out of sorts by walking through the house and saying, "What a
big mess!" or "Daddy, you need to clean up your room!" ...I smile when I type these quotes because I look forward to using them again on
you, kiddo, when you hit your teenage years...
You enjoy singing and reading, watching movies, helping me in the kitchen and anything having to do with arts and crafts. You're very interested in nature and in watching things grow. You collect treasures such as acorns, leaves and flowers while on neighborhood walks, and you're always kind to greet any creatures we see along the way.
"Hi birdee! Hi squirr-rrell!"
You're not a fan of lizards.
You are a WONDERFUL big sister, and Julia adores you. You are such an incredible role model for her and you love her in such sacrificial ways that you amaze us! You warn me when she's getting into a dangerous situation, and you often let her get away with pulling your hair or stealing your toys without telling me anything about it. You sometimes share your cookies without being asked, and will often soothe her if she's crying by patting her back and saying, "It's okay Joo-yuh... Don't cry." Lots of times you'll chase her down just to squeeze and kiss her. Sometimes you and I will watch whatever she's doing and will look at each other and you'll tell me, "Awww... she's so cuuute" or "Joo-yuh's a sweet baby."
In just three short years, you've absolutely changed our lives into something 100% different than what it was before. You came and suddenly made me a
Mommy, and made Collin a
Daddy. Thank you for teaching us so many things about ourselves as we watch you grow. We love you and look forward to the many ways that God will use you for His Glory! Happy 3rd Birthday, BIG GIRL!
...and many more!...
