Kerri is Two

Well, our little KJ has turned two years old. It seems like she just all of a sudden became a big girl. I know it was happening all along, but bam, I turned around, and there she was, doing all the things her sisters do and talking up a storm.

She had a small little "party" with B, Jimmy and Brady at our house while the older kids went to make gingerbread houses. Later that night we had my parents and Sue over for another party. She loved it. At first she did not quite understand the idea of the gifts, but she soon figured out that these were her HER new baby dolls! She got about four new dolls, a leapfrog letter writer, a car, a car ramp/garage, a crib for her dolls and a pillow pet. She loved it all.

Kerri is very independent. If she wants a drink, she very well might get it herself. She can get out the cups, find a lid, go to the sink, pull over the step stool, and poor herself a glass of water. She may leave the water on, but let's not get picky!

She also knows exactly what she wants and when she wants it. If she can not clearly tell you what she wants, or you are not moving fast enough, she will grab your hand/arm/leg/shirt and pull you to it.

She has a hearty laugh. It is contagious. She really can't help but smile when you hear her laughing. She is very ticklish so it is easy to get her to laugh.

She loves her sisters and loves to help them. She calls Maura, raura. She calls Maggie, uggie. She calls Bridgey, didgey. It is very cute to hear her calling their names. She loves bringing stuff to them too. She is a great delivery girl.

She loves to snuggle. She will lie on your chest as long as you will let her. She used to love going to bed and would practically dive in. This was until recently. She now gets out of her crib, turns on her light and changes her clothes all by herself. I said she was independent.

She works hard for her sisters' approval, but won't think twice about whacking one of them in the head if they do something not nice, especially to another sister.

She loves Jay and all things dogs. Her favorite book is Brown Bear, Brown Bear. Maggie and Maura "read" it to her over and over again.

KJ you make me laugh. You are always ready to go, go, go. I never have to ask you twice to get your coat or shoes on. You are the first one at the door ready to go. You do get shy sometimes, and when you do, you get a littel scowl on your face... you look mad.

I love watching you grow and learn. I look forward to seeing what new mischief you will get into tomorrow, because I am sure there will be some.