This is why we had two kids so close together. Best Buddies, when Ryder is taking a nap. Bode says "But MOM, I have nothing to do without my Ryder-Boy."
Bode loves to match his Dad on Sunday. He was so excited the week he came home from Church and Cliff had taught his primary class, and they noticed and asked them to stand in sharing time. Cliff wears a tie more often to church due to Bode begging so they can match. Thanks for the ties Marta!
Bodes skills on the bike for a 3 year old are amazing. We took off his training wheels at the beginning of the summer, riding his bike is one of his favorites things to do. Tricks and jumps. The day we took of the training wheels Cliff took them up the street to the school to play at the park, Bode couldn't believe the speed and balance he could have without the training wheels. He was coming down the hill he jumped off the curb, gaining speed across the parking lot, intending to bump up the curb on the other side, when the bike stopped on the curb the Bode flew 4 feet. Cliff said the ladies gasped... Bode he picked up and rode home.. Not to try up another curb yet. But he does love to ride to the church so we can ride down the stairs. Loves riding down big hills and going over jumps. Crazy little boy with no fear. Meantime, Ryder rides on the ally cat. Holding on for dear life and loving it the entire time. His feet do not reach the pedals, but he never complains. Happy, and begging for more.
We spent Ryder's Birthday in Heber. We rode the 4 wheelers from Heber to the Cabin. Heidi, Whit, Emma, Granny and Grandpa Paulsen came to celebrate. Ryder I love you. I adore you. I love the way you care and cheer up others. I love how you share and give hugs to all in need. I think you are darling. I love your blond hair. You are the peace maker in our home. Bode is your best friend, and that makes me so happy. You follow him everywhere. In your room your beds are side by side so when sleeping you can comfort on another, and I have seen that you do. When you wake in the morning you stay in bed until Bode is awake and you come down the hall together. You always wear a smile, and never want to be left behind. Thanks for coming to our family. Cherish the relationship you have with your brother. Happy Birthday Son. XOXOXO
This is why we had two kids so close together. Best Buddies, when Ryder is taking a nap. Bode says "But MOM, I have nothing to do without my Ryder-Boy."
If Cliff has the day off, and you want to know where we are... this is where, good luck finding us! Notice the smooth water, just sitting around waiting for the water to get rough. Dad, you should come with us!!
The annual Lake Powell trip was fun as always. Lots of sun, frogs, lizards, flat water, and no rocks to the boat which always helps. The highlight of the trip was the frogs. Bode loved them and Ryder was terrified of them. The boys played, played and played some more. Ryder fell asleep at the lunch table in his food twice. To many friends and to much fun! 
Ryder is 18 months this week. He loves playing with his brother outside. He loves his wiggle car, and is getting really good at it quickly. He can now glide forward on it. His favorite thing to do outside is the sand box. I didn't know how many places you can get sand. He can't say mama, but he can clearly say BOBO. He loves his brother, and his brother loves him. They have issues sharing but they are continually looking out for each other. Bode says mom, change Ryder diaper, or mom bring Ryder in he is sad, or Ryder is giving Bode a hug or giving him his toy. When Bode is taking a nap Ryder pounds on his door wanting a friend to come and play. Ryder will no longer sit in the high car, he demands sitting at the big boy table. He thinks he can do everything his big brother can. He is really good at hugs, when he is ready to give hugs.. take them they are really good. Books are calming to him, if he is mad try a book, immediately he will point and babble.
One of our favorite things it to wake up to 6 inches of snow in the front yard. The three of us love playing, sliding, rolling in the snow... Priceless memories!
