I'm writing this letter on the eve of your 4th birthday. We celebrated about 10 days ago with an adorable ballerina birthday party at "Tippi Toes," but you've been anxiously awaiting the day that you will "turn 4 for real." I just tucked you in bed and gave you your last kisses as a 3-year-old. Oh, how my heart aches at the fact that my baby Kate is growing up! This year has been a good one, despite coming down from our Disney World high last December. Your biggest "newsworthy" moments include starting preschool and developing a new love for ballet.
Earlier this year, you spent time participating in gymnastics at Bounce Academy. You seemed to have some fun, but you were reluctant to participate in all of the activities. You're cautious like your mama! We decided to take a break from gymnastics in early Spring, and you haven't asked about it since. The summer brought parent/toddler swim lessons at the Mustang Rec Center, and you did pretty well. Still, you had a hard time relaxing and participating in all of the activities. During the Spring and Fall, you helped cheer on Ian at his t-ball games. You always packed your purse full of goodies (i.e. lip gloss, pens, paper, little trinkets) and entertained the other fans in the stands. Mommy didn't get to watch much of the games because we spent so much time getting drinks, going potty, etc. This Fall, I semi-worked to convince you to give dance another try. You've loved it ever since! You are in the toddler class at "Steppin' Out Dance Academy" in Tuttle. Your teacher is Ms. Carrie, and your classmates are Ruth White and Addie Robertson. You get soooo excited to go every week!! You also love to practice your moves at home, and you really love to get dressed up in your dance outfit. We are so excited about your Christmas recital next week!
All year, you've been attending Little Broncos Kids Klub in Mustang. In June, daddy started working there, so he is with you every day! You still love Ms. Mel and all of the other great staff members..and they love you! In August, you started 3-year-old Preschool at Christ Lutheran Church in Mustang on Tuesday-Thursday from 8:30-11:30am. You seem to love Mrs. Barbara, Ms.Tammie, Ms. Mabel, and all of your friends. You are always "teaching" mommy what you learned! We are so proud of your letters and reading already! Next week, we will get to enjoy your Christmas program. :) You've been practicing all of your lines!
You're currently wearing size 5T clothes and size 9-10 shoes. You LOVE high heels, frilly dresses, hair accessories, nail polish, and anything girly! You still love pink! Your favorite foods are cheeseburgers, Spaghettios, pizza, hot dogs, goldfish, and anything sweet! You like "helping" with everything, so you're always asking to help in the kitchen, Fortunately, you received an Easy Bake Oven and love it! We upgraded to a big girl daybed this summer. It a bit hard at first, to be in a "big bed," but you do fine with the guard rail. You are still an early riser...about 6:00-7am on most days.
Ruth, from dance, has become a good friend. You like to play with her, as well as Mila and Elliana (friends you made at Little Broncos). Your favorite person to play with is, in fact, your big brother. You always want to know where Ian is and what he's doing.
We adore you, Kate. Your beautiful smile, eyes, and spirit just light up any room. We pray that God will continue to bless you and those that are blessed to be around you!
With Love,
Mommy & Daddy
