Andrew - our first born son, well, I just can't say enough about this kid. He came into the world with a bang. As soon as I got to the hospital that morning, I called my mom to let her know which room I was in, and all she said was, "Turn on the TV." So I did, just in time to catch the second plane hitting the World Trade Center. I thought, "Oh no, what kind of world am I bringing this kid into?" But all I can tell you is the world is better with him in it. He is the most positive, loving, thoughtful kid. I love receiving his drawings, reading his letters to everybody (especially the tooth fairy), and just enjoying his smiling face every day.
As a little toddler, I don't remember him ever throwing a fit. I would tell him "no" to something, and he would just say, "Okay!" I am completely surprised by him everyday.
Now he's in first grade, and loving every minute of it. Recess and gym, of course, are his favorites. He is reading at a fourth grade level, and his teacher says she hasn't reached his limit, but that she's done testing him. She just doesn't quite know what to do with him. I told her that he already is writing his own books, so just let him read those!
He loves being a cub scout.
He's becoming quite the fisherman (thanks to dad, not me).
He loves Power Rangers, Star Wars, etc., basically anything with a sword or blaster. Here he is making poses with a Power Ranger in Florida.
Andrew is a "thinker". You can catch him thinking about something, and usually follows up by asking an interesting question. Often we catch him thinking when he really should be paying attention, like his preschool graduation:
He likes to challenge himself physically, enjoying soccer, basketball, running, and climbing things.
He also had a great time at Disney World.
Andrew's just a great kid. He does his best to help with the smaller kids, and he's a great big brother. He knows how to push Haley's buttons, but he loves his big sister more than anything. We're looking forward to seeing him blossom and grow!
