Lucas is 2

Happy birthday Lucas, 2 years old today! Wow. You may be getting feistier as the days go by, but from the beginning, you've always been a beautifully handsome little boy, with some of the most amazing eyes I have ever seen. He gets countless comments from strangers about his eyes.
We kept the day low-key, perfect for a 2-year-old: a trip to the park, some mommy horse-back rides, a million readings of his favorite book, "Buzz Buzz Busy Bees." We had a family pizza party with cupcakes. Can you sense the cupcake excitement?

He got a fun animal puzzle from grandma and grandpa:
And a basketball hoop from his family; this has already proven to be a well-loved gift:
A few things about Lucas at 2:

-He has the strongest personality EVER. Some adjectives to describe him include: feisty, strong-willed, determined, confident, opinionated, expressive, engaging, animated, funny, very smart, aggressive, busy, fearless.

-He HAS to keep up with his brother and sister, do everything they do. I really love watching him watch them; he constantly does what they do and says what they say. I really have to watch him, as he usually tries to do things that are too old/big for him.

-He is 100% boy; his favorites are bugs, balls, animals, trucks/transportation, books, being outside, rocks, dirt, going to the park.

-In all honesty, he has been a bit challenging lately; his strong personality has led to sometimes frequent tantrums (at home and in public, ugh). I think that strong personality will be great as he gets older, but it can give me a run for my money right now!

-He is talking a lot; some of my favorite Lucas sayings right now are: "ta-da!;" "I did it!;" "whazat?" (what's that); "one more (as in one more time on the slide when I say it's time to leave); "why mom?" (when I tell him no). As his language continues to develop, I am hoping that will reduce some of the tantrums that come from his frustrated communication.

-He loves to play with Connor and Isabel, and has a different relationship with each of them; this is so fun to see.

-He does well at his Nursery class at church.

-He loves Sesame Street and Elmo.

What a little boy this is; he brings so much love to our family. Certainly not a quiet third child, he makes his presence known continually. We all love and adore him and thoroughly enjoy watching him become a little person. No doubt many good things are ahead for him. Love ya Lucas!