Cole.. in words

As if he didn't have enough Cole posts already!  We need the four year update!

Our Cole-bear... sometimes there are no words to explain him!  He can be exasperating!  But it is so easy to forget those times because he is also the most lovable little guy there is!  and funny too!  He cracks us up with all the funny things he says, and he is very good at learning jokes that are actually funny!

At his four year appointment Cole was 42 1/2" tall (97th percentile) and 38lbs (50th percentile), only 1/2 lb heavier than Cora!  When asked by the Dr. if he had a cheeseburger in his ear Cole replied "No! I don't even like cheeseburgers!"  After talking with him throughout the appointment the Dr. told Rob that he is a very smart boy and that he is very articulate, he speaks like an adult in well thought out sentences.  He also said that he will probably be the nuclear physicist of the family (our Cole? who just finally learned his letters?!)  and that part of the reason he is naughty is that he is bored.  We knew that is part of it.. they all act naughty when they are bored!

But yes, Cole is a little smarty pants, but he only learns when he feels like learning, but once he decides it is the right time he takes off like wild fire!  Tonight when we were counting things I asked him how he got so smart, and he told me it is because he uses his brain.

What does Cole like to do?  Anything his big brother Caden likes to do.  He has just found an interest in riding his bike this spring.  And now that he realizes he can touch the bottom of our pool he likes.. no.. LOVES to jump in.. over and over and over.. and OVER again. No swimming though, he is far too la-dee-da about the whole thing, sometimes I wonder if he'll ever swim!

Cole loves sand, give him a beach and he will be happy for hours.. perhaps even days!

Cole loves worms and bugs, and everything dirty.

Cole is very gentle with Ivy our cat, in fact he is the only one she will sleep with which is odd since he is such a spaz most of the time! and I am positive she has been in the direct line of fire when Cole goes into a fit and throws things.

Cole is our Mr. Sensitive.  If he doesn't get to give you a kiss or hug before you go (or even if you do, but he forgets) the meltdown that occurs would lead you to believe life on Earth has ended!

Cole is a creature of habit.  Every night we must go through the same exact sequence of good nights or.. meltdown.

Cole is a very picky eater, although he rarely tries any of it.  Now that he is 4 and a big boy however he has slowly started trying new things, with the comfort of ketchup of course.  And his new birthday plate from his cousins has even got him to try mashed potatoes!  Thankfully he does love steak, chicken and pork so he is sure to get all his protein.

Cole is very independent in that he could play for hours by himself, even when surrounded by dozens of kids his age, but throw in some big kids and he will flock to them, he thinks he is 6 most of the time.

Cole loves playing games, especially in the car.  His current favorites are 'Who can be the Quietest' and 'I Spy' although his rules are a bit questionable.

Cole likes to be in control of every situation.. which cup he drinks out of, which counter it is poured on.. he is however getting better, I am a strong believer in the terrible threes.  There is no such thing as terrible two's!  Thankfully much of Cole's strong personality traits are disappearing now that he is four.    This is very fortunate because Rob and I might have started going crazy soon. 

Cole loves stories, and loves search and find books.  Especially when you need to search and count.  And he is so proud when he gets the answer right.. he declares "AWESOME!"

While in constant motion Cole is also our snuggliest.  If he gets hurt he just wants a big hug... and a band aid.

No matter how frustrated you are with Cole and his crazy antics, he soon does something adorable and you can't help but love him!

Cole is a great big brother, and a very nice little brother too.. when he feels like it.

Happy Birthday Cole-bear!  We can't imagine life without you..  We are so proud of the big boy you are growing up to be!  But please slow down!