The countdown is on to my third birthday, and I’m very excited about it.  I’ve been making some visits to the preschool classroom at daycare, although I haven’t officially moved up there yet.  I still seldom nap at daycare, so I’m usually pretty worn down by the time I arrive home each night – we’re still in that transition phase where I could probably benefit from a nap but I can’t fall asleep until so late in the day that it’s actually pretty disruptive to my nighttime sleep if I take one.

I’m also suffering from a case of toddler moodiness and tantrums.  Disappointment and frustration are my major triggers, in large part because I don’t quite get how to interpret and communicate these emotions very well.  Mommy and Daddy are trying to double down on positive reinforcement, which seems to help considerably.  I have big emotions for a little guy!

I still have plenty of happy and charming moments, however, especially at bath time.  Aunt Dede and Uncle Charlie gave me Magic Grow Capsules for Easter last month, and they’ve become my new obsession.  I’ll yell “Let’s go grow some pills, Daddy!” and grab a few out of the bathroom drawer before each bath.  I get very excited to see what emerges from the capsules, and I have a sizeable collection.

I’ve also discovered a new sport: t-ball.  I get a lot of enjoyment out of hitting the ball, although (like my Mommy) I get pretty frustrated when I’m not good at something right away, and t-ball seems pretty hard!

Current likes: My BIG big boy bed (Daddy got me a double bed), and watching “a little Sesame Street”

Current dislikes: When I don’t hit the baseball off the tee