Happy 3rd Birthday Kailer!!

For REAL this time, it is actually Kailer's 3rd birthday - we had a celebration over Mother's Day weekend, one with his friends here and another one at school.  Needless to say he's already convinced that he's 3 and we're going with it.  There will NOT be a 4th celebration.  In fact I mentioned to him tonight that tomorrow is his 'real' birthday and he said, "No, it's not, I'm already 3,"  I saw no point in even arguing a mute point in his mind.
So tonight as the three of us were sitting on the couch I gave my little boy a big hug and kiss and then turned to Dan and asked, "Do you remember where we were 3 years ago?"  We had just checked into the hospital to get the induction started.  It was a long 19 1/2 hours, but obviously the pay-off was well-worth the time and I'm not going to lie, the PAIN!  I think there is definitely something to said about pain-relieving drugs when one has to be induced.  Pitocin is not a very nice friend and if that happens again I will be enjoying a pain-relieving cocktail!
It's always so amazing to watch Kailer - to just sit back and see the things he does and says.  The day he was born is as clear as crystal in my mind and I wonder how 3 years and so many milestones have passed so quickly.  As we wait for him to become a big brother, I anxiously hold my breath to see how he will react.  He is such a kind little boy with a big heart and  I think his "little" will be one very lucky person to have Kailer as a big brother!
A very special thank you to everyone who has sent cards and/or gifts ("Yes," even those who sent a drum-set ....).  You have all helped to make Kailer's 3rd birthday extra special.  We love you all!

Cut and paste the link below to see a special birthday message from a special someone up North!

http://www.portablenorthpole.tv/birthday/gQRqOztptPCRNyiNG45mDNQ