Maybe it’s because Dax is now three. Maybe it’s because Wyatt is now one. Maybe it’s because it is a brand new year. Either way, these boys are growing up. And they are starting to be the best of buddies.I have realized over the past few days just how well these two have been playing. It all came to me when I realized I had cleaned the entire kitchen, I’m talking floors swept, dishes loaded, oven and counter tops wiped down, table cleaned and even a head start on dinner, all without having to break up one wrestling match or utter any threatening words to either one of them. Over here, that’s pretty big news!
I have caught myself smiling listening to them play. They have taken turns racing their cars down the coveted 4-lane Hot Wheels tracks, Wyatt has been walking toward Dax’s open arms when he braves letting go of the couch instead of crawling away from Dax at lightening speed to avoid him. Dax has invited Wyatt to follow him outside to actually play with him rather than use him as a human hurdle to jump over in the grass. They have had their very own jam sessions with Dax on the guitar of course, and Wyatt beating on the drums courtesy of Santa. And, at the play area at the outdoor mall yesterday Dax proudly introduced his brother, who has passed the stage of happily sitting in the stroller and wants to be where all the action is, to all his “friends”. It was heart-warming to see the pride Dax had for his little buddy.
Then, I knew we had crossed a major mile stone when yesterday Dax expressed his true love to Wyatt. His new guitar from Santa plays the music to a lot of fun songs, from Smashmouth, to the B-52’s and the Police, to Dax’s favorite right now, Wild Thing. Dax is quickly picking up the words to the song and belted out for all to hear, “ Wyyyyyyatttt, I think I loooooooooveeeee yyyyyyou.” Cute, right? It definitely is a change of heart.
Now, my mind has gotten the best of me. I can’t help but envision camp outs in the back yard, forts being built in their room with every pillow and blanket in the house, Dax teaching Wyatt how to ride a bike and climb trees, the two playing cowboys and Indians and pretending to be pirates digging for hidden treasures. They are going to have so much fun together....
Just as soon as Wyatt starts walking.
6 comments:
I love it. It really is so nice when they start playing together. Tanner and Brayden will now play so well together (don't get me wrong we still have fights, but lots of good quality playing too!) I loved this post and the picture at the top is great. I think watching our kids play together is one of the best things in motherhood.
Your boys are SO cute!!! Great stories and what a great trip for you and Austin!
And no...still friends of course...silly girl! Just been really busy!
I find myself getting sidetracked all the time when I hear the kids playing together. There's nothing like hearing them laugh with each other, is there? They are going to be the best of friends.
This is one of the biggest reasons I wanted another little boy.....friends forever! Althoug, I am so excited for a girl, but you see my point! Cute boys, I mean, really, they are such handsome little devils! I look at the weather you guys are having and I wonder what the flip we're doing in utah. But I do have Nick convinced to move so its just a matter of time and school! This summer Nick and I should come down and visit you guys! That would be way fun!
Cutest boys ever! I love when they start playing together. It's the best! I can't believe Wyatt is close to walking, that's adorable! We miss you!
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