Boy moments...

Three is an interesting age, one moment you feel like you're about to lose it with them and then they do something that makes you scoop them up for a great big snuggle. TJ has been on a roll lately and just had to share my favorites.

"Mommy, did you know that Logan doesn't have any brothers? Not even one!" This was the realization he had two weeks ago in school. I think it was the first time he really understood that not everyone lives in boy central. It was incredibly adorable how sad he was for Logan (I'm sure Logan's parents don't share the sentiment). It also touched me because it showed how much he loves his brothers and how lucky he feels to have them around.

"Baby wants to go on the slide." We had an impromptu playdate with a baby doll last week. He went out to swing and named all the swings (the baby swing, the big boy swing and "Drew's" swing). First, he told me that he was too big for the baby swing and went to get on the big boy swing. Then, he looked over and said "baby wants to swing." We got baby doll and started an odyssey around our backyard. Baby went on the swing, the slide, the climbing dome, and also played golf and went for a ride in the police car. Our playdate ended when he fell down and needed to be carried back inside, a reminder that however big he gets, he's still my baby.

"Sit next to me, mommy." The great thing about 3 is that they are still young enough to openly acknowledge they need you. He's definitely a clingier child than his brothers. My mother guilt fears it's because I was working his first years so he didn't get the time with me that they did. Regardless of why, it is nice to have a constant stream of reminders that I'm loved. Every morning his whole face lights up when he sees me for the first time and I get a big "mommy!" Whether he's coloring, playing with his toys, or watching TV, he wants me right there with him. I can't always do it, but it's nice to be asked.

My 3 yo is not alone in his cuteness. CJ also has had some great lines. My personal favorite? "Mommy, you are better than a peanut butter and jelly sandwich." And even though AJ is too old to be verbal in the same way, I love that when he sees me in the hall at school he'll still hop out of line and come throw his arms around me.

I love my boys.