I'm 16 years old today!

 

Besides being almost as tall as my Dad, there's a new Bear in the photo.  That's right we got a Yorkie mix and his name is Bear.  I also got my driver's license today and will soon be learning how to drive stick by myself.  This past year I've done Pole Vaulting and managed to clear 10'6".  I did steel drums again and have been enjoying all the cool music.  Next year I predict I'll be taller than my Dad and driving stick like a pro.  

I'm 15 years old today

 

A lot has changed over this past year.  I finally got my phone.  Iphone 13 mini to be exact.  I also got my braces off just in time for my freshman year in HS.  I'm just 6 months away from getting my learner's permit and I'm only about 2 inches shorter than my Dad.  This past year I did track and field pole vault and tried out for the soccer team but unfortunately didn't make the cut.  Maybe next year.  I still love to game and one of my favorite classes was Engineering and the robotics club.  Steel drums was pretty cool too.  We got to wear Hawaiian shirts for our performances.   

I'm 14 years old today!

 

I can't believe I'm just months away from getting a cell phone.  Finally!  This past year, I've started growing my hair out cuz that's what's in.  I continued playing on the middle school soccer team and even ran my first 5K earlier this year.  Next year, I'll be a freshman in HS and I'm looking forward to getting a ride with my sister so I don't have to take the bus. Oh and I'm taller than both my mom and sister.  Just need a few more inches to pass my dad.  

I'm 13 years old today!

 

I'm finally a teenager and every teen should get a cell phone right?  Unfortunately I still didn't get one for my birthday.  This year we went back to in-person learning at school, had free school lunches, and I played soccer for our varsity middle school team and did track (high jump, long jump and hurdles).  I really enjoy playing video games on the computer and the nintendo switch.  Rocket league is probably my favorite.  Hopefully I get a cell phone next year or a gaming laptop.  I don't think either will happen though.  

I'm 12 year's old today!

I'm just 1 year away from being an official teenager.  Might as well hand me a cell phone now.  Although given my sister still doesn't have one, I don't think I'll be getting one anytime soon.  This past year, I've done remote learning which isn't too bad since I can sneak some computer games or youtube when classes get a little boring or I finish my school work early.  I do miss playing soccer, recess, and seeing my friends.  I did manage to swim over the summer last year and play soccer until they cancelled the season due to COVID.  Hopefully they'll have a vaccine available for kids soon so I can resume play sports and seeing friends.  I've been reading a lot this past year and my parents can't get enough books from the library to keep my busy.   

I'm 11 years old today!

I'm officially a tween as they say. I've been binged watching Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles or TMNT as the cool kids say during this whole stay at home quarantine. All my other activities have been cancelled. No soccer season and most likely no swimming season this summer. I've been mountain biking more and luckily haven't hit any cactuses. I've been playing minecraft and coding on scratch. I've shared a few games and racking up some views on them. I've also determined over this past year that I'm going to be an Mechanical Engineer.

I'm 10 years old today!

Double digits!!! Yes that's right, the big 1-0! No more piggyback rides to bed for me. I think it's partly so my Dad doesn't hurt his back. I started playing AYSO rec soccer this past year. A lot better competition than the YMCA league where we mostly scrimmaged. I also stopped swimming at Gold Medal Swim School so that I could concentrate on soccer. I think the biggest change though from last year was attending a new school - the local public elementary school. I actually get homework and quizzes now. I also have my own account on the computer because I have to check my homework online. I might sneak a few computer games on the weekends before everyone is up.

I'm 9 years old today!

Time sure does fly by. I'm finally 9 and yes my parents still have me sitting in a booster seat. I don't mind so much since I get to sit higher up in the car. I've lost a few more teeth and even had surgery to remove an extra tooth growing upside down. Crazy. I'm still playing chess and I've moved up to the champ section for tournaments. I've joined swim team level 2 that swims 2x a week now. I'm still playing YMCA soccer although I've topped out on their age range. I'm planning on being a mechanical engineer and want to drive a cool muscle car.

I'm 8 years old today!

I finally lost some teeth this past year. I wasn't sure it was going to happen. I have my adult teeth and I'm no longer required by law to sit in a booster seat. I'm pretty sure my parents though will still have me use one till I'm 9. I've been playing more chess tournaments and have gotten pretty good but more importantly, I can beat my dad pretty easily now. I also started swim team 1 and competed in my first swim meets. I didn't think I would like it but I love competing.

I'm 7 years old today!

So much has happened this year. First, I've gone on a 3 day / 2 night school trip all by myself. I'm practically an adult now. Okay my sister was there too but she doesn't count. Also, I've started playing chess and have done several tournaments this past year. I even checkmated my Daddy in 6 moves. I also got a new bike from Santa that has gears and a suspension. So like I said, I'm practically an adult now.

I'm 6 years old today!

This is a big birthday because I can finally say that I'm potty trained with the exception of a few accidents here and there. I can also say that I've learned to ride a bike without training wheels. I can't believe my parents started potty training me before I was 2. I showed them who's in charge. The only milestones left are learning to drive a car and going to the prom which I heard you have to dance with girls. I can do without that milestone.

I'm 5 years old today!

I'm five years old already. I love playing with my cars and trucks and enjoy doing the bank game at school. I'm just starting to read and sound out words. I love playing soccer especially as a defender. And most importantly, I'm fully potty trained. "Tricked ya!!!" as I like to say. Maybe next year....

I'm 4 years old today!

This is a big birthday for me. I can finally climb the YMCA rock wall. This past year, I took a trip to Seattle and Canada which my parents still need to blog and I love playing with my cars, trucks, and trains. On a more serious note, I am still not potty trained. I just don't see the need yet. Accident here, accident there, no big deal. As I tell my parents, "I'm never ever ever going to go to the bathroom."

I'm 3 years old today!

I'm 3 years old today and I had my first real birthday party where I got to send out invites and request RSVPs (I think that means Really Super Very Party). This year has been huge for me. I moved up to the Children's house class with 3-6 year old's. I stopped wearing diapers and now only wear underwear although at night I still have pull ups. My parents try and trick me by calling them underwear but I know better. They hold the same amount as diapers. :)

I'm 2 years old today!

Finally I'm 2 years old now. Since I didn't get a new bed for my birthday, I'm beginning to wonder how long they plan on keeping me in the crib. My sister was already out of the crib before she was 2. Well just to recap my past 2 years.

527 photos to produce the 24 monthly photos
4 states (AZ, CA, NV, WA)
2 airplane rides
1 outpatient surgery
0 ER visits

I'm 23 months old today!

I can't believe I'm almost 2 yrs old. I heard I'm going to be going to see Sesame Street Live! I can't wait. I wonder if I'll get upgraded to a real bed and out of my crib just like Lauren did.

I'm 22 months old today!

This month I've really transitioned into a young toddler. I'm throwing tantrums and giving the evil eye if I don't get my way. I'm potty training. And most importantly, I'm starting to talk more and more. For example, I'll say something like this when Daddy tries to get me up in the morning. "No Dadee, No Dadee, Momee come, Momee come."

I'm 21 months old today!

Finally my parents got their priorities straight and posted my picture on the actual day. They also joined the YMCA this past month so they can get in shape. I guess carrying me and pulling me in my wagon just isn't enough. I've also started potty training. I usually just sit their and play with the toilet paper but I have managed to drop the deuce a few times. My parents get very excited and even give me bunny crackers for it.

I'm 20 months old today!

Where do all the 20 month olds go when they want to celebrate? That's right, Vegas baby! I just love coming here. So much has happened this past month. I got a zillion gifts from my family and from this mysterious guy named Santa although supposedly he leaves me in stockings of naughty kids. Luckily that didn't happen this year.

Help me!

I'm not sure if you can tell, but please help me. I'm barely able to put a fake smile on. Look at my sister's face. She's up to no good.


Look at what she's doing to her baby. Heads aren't supposed to turn that way. I think I'm next.


Please help me. She has her arm around me now.