A Day at the Zoo & Turning Two!!

I can't believe my baby boy turned TWO this weekend!! His birthday fell on a Saturday this year, so it made it fun to be able to celebrate with him all day. I decided not to have a big birthday party for him this year, but still wanted to make the day special for him. Since Spencer loves animals, I thought it would be fun to have an animal themed day. So, we started the morning off at the Gainesville Zoo. We were going to go to the Fort Worth Zoo, but decided that the smaller zoo might be better this year, (this pregnant and tired mama didn't want to walk the big zoo at this point!) And, it ended up being a PERFECT choice for us!!. When we got there, it was lunch time, so we decided to have a picnic lunch in the park before going in. We then headed to the zoo for about an hour and ended our trip with a train ride around the park. The weather was just beautiful and the boys had a blast running around looking at all the animals. Although, I think the train ride was their favorite part of the trip. :) We then headed back home for naps and party preparations. That evening, we had some family over for pizza, cake, ice cream and games to celebrate little man's special day. I don't think Spencer realized it was really his birthday, until we started singing "Happy Birthday," to him. You should have seen his face light up, when he figured out we were all there for him. Very PRECIOUS!!

I am really enjoying Spencer's age right now, except for the night terrors and tantrums. But, I think the changes in our household, contribute to a lot of that , (moving and Paisley coming soon. ) Spencer has become very independent lately and loves being just like his big brother. He thinks he can do everything that Logan does and gets upset when he can't. He reminds me a lot of Logan at this age too. He is a big perfectionist and likes everything a certain way, (he likes being in control too, but it might be just his age.) Although, Spencer is his own little person and is much more adventurous than Logan is. He isn't scared of much and is definitely ALL boy. He is also more affectionate and cuddly than Logan is. Logan loves to spend quality time with us, but Spencer loves to be held and kissed on. He will sit all day in our laps if we will rub his back and feet, (he is definitely my son!!) :) He is really turning out to be a sweet little boy and I can't wait to see him as a big brother soon. He is already in LOVE with babies now, so I know he will be a wonderful big brother, (which is weird for me to comprehend, since he has been the "baby" for the last two years!!) I also can't believe in the next couple of months we will have 3 kids under the age of 4 in our house!! :) But, I love my babies and wouldn't have it any other way!! :)

Happy 2nd Birthday Spencer!! Mommy and daddy are so blessed that God made you just for us!! :) Love you sweet boy!!