She is practically off to College!

Well Brooke is now 3...... Going on 25.......She had her birthday party this weekend and was besides herself with all the excitement! It was full on Dora the Explorer party - I mean this Dora chick is EVERYWHERE - I seriously think she may be better marketed than the ever so "overmarketed" KISS! :) The weather gods were on our side this weekend as we hosted 20 kids under the age of 6! Luckily we were able to stay outside because we were expecting mass chaos but actually we were pleasantly surprised that everything whet smoother than we ever expected (kudos to the the masters of ceremonies i.e. grandparents!) its an added bonus that Brooke's Grandma is a teacher and deals with masses of toddlers everyday!! So to look back and reflect on Brooke's second year of her life.... There were definitely ups and downs! She has really learned to test us but has also proved that she is a big girl and can handle and understand a lot more than we give her credit for. She endured a lot in the last year, learning the English language over and beyond the word NO!, dealing with a preggo mom who couldn't do all the things she asked, potty training, sleeping in a big bed, birth of a baby brother and gaining her independence! All in all she is a highlarious kid and we couldn't be happier (most of the time :) ) so we look forward to the 3rd year with our baby girl and for all of those of you who are going to reply and tell me three is much worse than two - I will politely ignore you and try not to think about it! Happy 3rd Birthday Bwookie! May all your wishes come true!