Turning 2

Sometimes I think it's too bad that Alexander more than likely will not "remember" his life right now. For the most part, he has it made: grandparents and caregivers around the clock lined up to meet his emotional, physical, and mental needs; parents (or mommy atleast) who probably over-compensate (when it's physically possible) with attention because they feel guilty that he instantly had to share EVERYTHING with 3 needy little human beings. But, I guess there are reasons why our minds block certain things out early in life, like turning 2. Your appetite starts to wane (unless sweets are involved), no one seems to understand that everything is about "me!", you have to start doing your business in a weird chair with a hole, and your parents throw you an overwhelming birthday party that you didn't ask for and invite people you don't know and their kids of all ages (and then say "No gifts please!). Alexander just turned 2 and had to endure (poor kid, I know) all of those things. His birthday party at an inflatable bouncy/slide place was fun but sometimes a little too much for Alexander because he left the room a couple of times opting for some relative peace and quiet for a few minutes. The triplets were great and no one had a melt down but we probably could have gone without a big party this year. I guess the 2 yr old party is more for the parents. I enjoyed getting out of the house with the whole clan and enjoyed seeing friends, although the entire morning was a blur. All in all, Alexander had a great birthday - getting to eat cake on his birthday morning for breakfast (made by nama- my mom's title), few presents (including an awesome train table), time with his Grandpa D and Rose from Houston, and time with some other buddies, namely cousin Oliver. Even though he won't remember exactly what he did and where he went on his birthday, he will remember he was loved.

I have pictures to share but something is wrong with my camera.... Will add later.