Joel turned 4 this last week. He was so excited and waited for his birthday with much anticipation. A couple of days before he told me he was excited. It was interesting because it was like he had never really expressed that feeling before in words, but as he said, "I'm excited for my birthday!" he knew it was the right thing to say.
He had a fun day eating cake, opening presents, and visiting a farm!
Joel with his farm/sea cake!
Blowing out candles.
After he blew out his candles, he lifted his hands above his head in celebration!
The family at the farm with the goats and chickens.
Joel petting the goat! This goat was very friendly and wanted to be in Joel's face. It was a little intimidating!
Joel is in tune with the simple things in life. He looks forward to great anticipation to events though is usually a little uncertain when it comes time to experience them. He loves his birthday! He is looking forward to when he turns five. Joel is an early to bed, early to rise kind of guy. He often is the first one awake in the morning. He likes to draw pictures, elaborate scenes that often include some kind of vehicle. When Joel is not drawing pictures he is playing Legos. Joel and Taft are good friends and spend a lot of time together building and playing. Sometimes Joel and Taft draw collaborative pictures! Joel likes to give hugs and is sensitive to everyone's feelings.
Joel really loves sheep, dolphins, sharks, dinosaurs, and whales. His favorite foods are noodles and watermelon. He likes to ride his bike and water the plants.
We love Joel!
