Three

 Hyrum is three years old today! It still feels like just yesterday that we brought him home to our little white house. He was instantly adored by his big sister. Just this morning Camilla asked me, "how come Hyrum is three and still looks like he's two?" He is such a sweet little boy and I am so happy to have him in our family. We celebrated early with cupcakes for breakfast before Daddy left to work. 

We all sang him "Happy Birthday". He got pretty bashful and smirked through the whole song. I got Camilla to grab a picture of him with Daddy and I before he dove into his cupcake. I sure love that boy!

I spent a few minutes today going through old pictures and remembering just how tiny he really was. He is still tiny in a lot of ways. His legs have stretched into string beans and his arms have outgrown his jammie top. His eyes are bright blue and his eyelashes still long. When he was a baby I would always admire his long eyelashes while he slept. 

 He came into my room bright and early this morning and told me that he saw the sun shining through his curtains. He has such a love of life. Every day he asks me "What day is today, Mommy" and I'll say, "It's Tuesday" (or whatever day it is). He will then say, "Great! I love Tuesday!" He loves every day and plunges into each one with both feet. Though he likes to say "no" and exercise his agency, he has a tender little heart. His feelings get hurt really easily (just like his Mamma) and he likes to please. He loves to hug and protect his little brother (and push him over sometimes). He is also so good and patient with his big sister and likes to follow her lead with a shrug and a smile. I adore his little manners and the way he responds with a timid but sure, "No Thank-you" when I ask him if he wants to do this or that. 

 He wore his favorite shirt today, and I was able to capture some of his personality at the park. I can't believe how big and handsome he is. Please stop growing up! We love ya, Buddy!