2nd Birthday - Wish List

First of all, I can't even discuss the fact that my baby turned two today!  I swear yesterday we were watching him crawl for the first time and take his first bite of solids.
The time is zooming around here, and so is our busy toddler boy.  I put together a little gift guide/birthday wish list for him.  Some of these we have gotten him, some are just items I know he and his friends would love.  Thought I'd share with y'all- just in case there are any Thomas-the-train-loving two-year-olds in your family!

1 - Backpack  - (we love the pre-k size!)

2 - Tool Kit
3 - AquaDoodle Travel Doodle (mess-free!)
4 - Thomas Ride-on Toy 
5 - Wooden Train Set (Andrew loves these)
6 - Standing Easel (great for little Picassos!)
7 - Magna-Tiles (has won toy of the year!)
8 - Firetruck  (love this brand)


What are some of your favorite toddler toys/gifts?
What's under the tree for them this year?

Happy Birthday, Andrew!

You are TWO!

The last 24 months have been more than I could have ever imagined.  The joy and laughter you have brought into our home has been such a source of light and love.  Every day I wake up, so excited to have another day with you, so grateful to be your Mommy.  It has been the best adventure.
Thank you for being the sweetest, silliest, most wonderful boy in the world.
I can't wait to see what this next year brings :)  Especially now that you're a big brother!

Favorites:

Activity - Playing "Choo Choos"

Food - Oranges

Clothing Item - Moose Hat

Book - "Little Blue Truck" and your Bible

Show - Mickey Mouse

Song - "Oh Happy Day" and "ABC's"

Animal - Alligator 

Color - Red

Stats: 

24 lbs
34 inches

Happy Birthday to our boy!  We love you so much and always will!

The best day was the day God gave us you.

Andrew and Ellie

From their very first meeting....

to the first family of 4 picture...

...these two have been an absolute joy and blessing to watch side by side. 

Andrew has been so kind, compassionate, caring, and protective of Baby Ellie. 

He calls her "Baby" and his voice gets about 4 octaves higher when he talks to her :)

It just makes my heart a big ole puddle.  

He loves everything about her, even her tiny little toes.

I pray that these two siblings would have the best friendship.  I can't wait to see them grow up together, learn together, play together, look out for each other, build one another up, and seek Jesus together.  It has been an amazing 6 weeks with them, and I'm so grateful for the relationship they have already :)

And for a little comparison pic...

here's Ellie (left) and Andrew (right), both at 4 weeks old. 

Gift Guide - For the Boys

If you're anything like me, you have a hard time shopping for the boys/men in your life!  They either have everything they need, or buy everything they need themselves.  It's like pulling teeth to get a Christmas wish list out of my husband :)
Here's a little guide that might help you out a little - I thought these items were ones that any guy might enjoy finding under the tree!

1 - Beats Headphones (for the music-lover)
2 - FITBIT Wristband (for the athlete)
3 - Leather Flask 
4 - Gingham Shirt (a classic)
5 - Leather Catchall (love the monogram!)
6 - Shark Bottle Opener
7 - Nike Hooded Sweatshirt
8 - Darth Vader Mug (my brother would love this!)
9 - BBQ Set (for any Dad)

Any ideas or suggestions to add?  What are you getting for your men?