Every Single Month

Girls! I’m surrounded by three of them! Glitter, tutus, pink thingie-mabobs, plastic princess slippers, and dancing has surrounded me this month. And to be honest, I wouldn’t have it any other way. It seems that you two have embraced all things “cute” this month and are discovering and embracing the classic “take care of your dolls, dress ups, and dance sessions” toddler girl identity. Before you two arrived, I didn’t think it would be that great of a season, but I was wrong. You two showed me that being a dad who gets his hands (and clothes) dirty with nail polish and paints is a hobby to be enjoyed! I love trying to involve myself in your mannerisms and interests. This month I was a horse for you to ride on, a dog for you to chase, and even a pretend baby for you to take care of! Things that don’t interest me at all, I now look forward to do with you! How can 2 year olds do this to such a man? Perhaps it really is the power of a fatherly love. The Lord has blessed me to lead, provide, and teach you. What better way to do that then to be involved in your lives, even if it means constant glitter in your hair. My prayer this month is that when you discover the prospect of marriage, that you would marry a man who’s willing to get dirty and even get a little sore to show his kids that he loves them. If I ever become a dad who isn’t interested in your interests, feel free to pull up your web browser and scroll to Month 27 and make me read it entirely. I know I won’t be a perfect dad, but I hope and pray that I strive to be the godly father that God has given you EVERY.SINGLE.MONTH.

WHAT’S NEW WITH YOU THIS MONTH:

• We went on a date to Manhattan Beach. Gracen loves the ocean. Gwen just loves the sand. Figures.
• As I mentioned above, you love dressing up, dancing, and singing songs. More this month than others, which means…you’re getting older. STOP IT.
• You’re embracing the early stages of potty training, and you both do this cute wiggle-dance-move after you go in the big girl potty. I hope you carry that same wiggle-dance-move into adulthood. Haha!
• You’ve discovered the art of pretending, which means I don’t know if I’m coming home to a couple of rabbits, princesses, or doggies. Thanks for keeping me on my toes.
• You both count to ten, but sometimes skip the number 9. Why? I’ll never know.
• We bought you those classic toy red/yellow cars that 88% of children have.
• Update on your mother: She’s looking more and more beautiful each day!

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