Tag: William

William, who is now solidly a middle-schooler, turned 12 this spring. He’s come out of his shell a bit this year (as much as any introverted, anxious, perfectionist can). He started participating in chess club after school and was able to represent his middle school at the district chess tournament. He won 4 of his 7 matches and had some… Read more →

Oh my William, Another milestone year of sorts for the big guy. This year William turned 11 and for his 11th birthday received his first “phone”. It’s actually a Gabb Watch so it’s very locked down, but it allows him to call us, and for me to contact him when he’s not with us. This gives him a newfound freedom… Read more →

William is 10! We have raised a child to double digits! The greatest thing about 10 year olds is they are big enough to be helpful. Actually helpful–when they feel like it. This past year William has taken an interest in learning how to cook some basic things. He now knows how to make French toast, spaghetti (or other pasta), grilled… Read more →

Dear William, You are 8! What a strange an unusual birthday you had. We were sad we had to postpone your party. Who would have thought an 8 William would have been in the midst of his first (and hopefully last) global pandemic. We’ll try to have a big party with all your friends and family once this whole thing… Read more →

  On this 18th of March we once again celebrate the baby who made us a Mom and Dad. Happy 6th birthday to THE William! This was a big year for our biggest boy. Kindergarten has been a big learning experience for us all. You proved what we already knew and started kindergarten with the test scores they were hoping… Read more →

Dear William, 4 years old. How did that happen? I was getting you dressed and realized how you’ve stretched from “toddler” into “big boy” seemingly in the last month. You are an excellent bigbrother to Christopher (most of the time) and you’re SO excited about becoming a big brother once again. This time you are big enough to ask all sorts of questions,… Read more →

Dear William, You’re another year older! 3 whole years! Such a big man and a little boy all wrapped into one. People say you talk like a 4 year old, and I tend to agree. Such a well-spoken little gentleman most of the time. Why you still don’t enjoy baths is a mystery to me, since you keep asking every… Read more →

Well there you have it. We have a 2 year old. He sure is smiley. This kid talks up a storm. At his 2 year doctor’s appointment the questionnaire asked if he was stringing two or three words together into phrases. I went home and started to take notice and most of his sentences are 6-8 words long these days.… Read more →

Dear William, Happy First Birthday. We are so glad you’re here. The first months of your life were so trying, especially for this mama, but now you’re at such a fun age. There have been so many things to love this past year as we’ve watched you grow. It is amazing to see how you could change from such an… Read more →