s-w-e-e-t

That's the word that describes my big boy, Tyler. He did the sweetest thing this week, I just have to share.

I signed the boys up for a 3 day Summer Day Camp this week. Just to do something fun and different. Their first day was Monday. On the way there, I gave them a little talk, reminding them to watch out for each other and take care of each other. On the way home we were chatting about their day and how it went. After we were done, Tyler said, "I sat next to Jacob when he was alone today." I asked him what he meant and he proceeded to tell me that at lunch time he sat down with his friends and there were no seats left, so Jacob sat by himself at another table. Tyler picked up his lunch and went and sat with Jacob.

I can't even explain how happy that made me. As a mom, you work so hard to teach your kids kindness and compassion and it's hard to know if they are actually getting it. This little incident showed me that even when I'm not there, Tyler is choosing the right and watching out for his little brother. Tyler really is a very sweet and thoughtful little boy. He is great with babies and is always looking out for his younger siblings. I am so thankful that he is my oldest because he is such a good example in our family.

When Tyler was 6 months old and I found out I was pregnant (a day I'll never forget!) I was pretty nervous that I would have kids 14 months apart and even more nervous when I found out it was another boy! But, I couldn't be happier that things worked out the way they did. I love it that my boys are the very best of friends. They literally spend ALL day together and then when we check on them at night, they are snuggled up in the same bed. They definitely have their moments, but I hope that they are always close. Nothing like a brother to have your back!