Gage Dakota is 2!!!

On June 9th, 2005 Gage Dakota came into the world in record time! I was induced at 8:15 am and by 11:20 it was all over with and I was holding little 7 pound 4 ounce Gage in my arms, trying to figure out who he looked like! There were a couple small resemblances to his brother and sister but for the most part he had his own look. I was thrilled with a healthy baby boy to add to our family. I had loved the name Gage for quite some time but had to give Robb time to decide if it was the perfect name for our 3rd child. Naming children in our house is no easy feat, but I'll save that for another post! I really wanted Robb to name him since I had come up with Hunter and Brylie. He decided on Gage Dakota as he thought it was a strong name. And isn't it funny how once you decide on the name, it just fits them perfectly? Gage is such a blessing to our family in so many ways. His personality is very different than either his brother or sister. He is the busiest of our kids and has absolutely NO FEAR! We consider him the comedian of the family and spend a good portion of our day laughing at him. He will do anything to get a laugh! (many times it involves a mess....like food on his head, etc.) Gage is very strong willed but with the knowledge I am gaining from 'Bringing up Boys' I think I may still be one step ahead of him! :) I am looking forward to the year ahead. There will be more talking, more risk-taking, lots more laughing and the disappearance of the last bit of baby fat on his body (for that I am quite sad!). My baby is becoming a little boy and although it makes me a little sad, I am excited to watch this little boy grow and develop. I love you Gage! Happy Birthday!