Bigger Boy Bed...

When Paxson was born we redecorated the spare bedroom and turned it into Parker's new big boy room. Paxson took over Parker's room. As Paxson gets a little older we assume the boys will end up both sleeping together in Parker's big (big) boy bed. In the mean time Paxson is still in his crib. I have felt that Paxson really is to old for a crib and is ready for a transition. So this past weekend we moved him into a toddler bed. On Sunday morning Parker and Daddy went with Dandy to help mow Dadaw & Mamaw's lawn. While the big boys were away Paxson and I took down the crib and assembled the toddler bed. We moved out the crib and moved in the toddler bed. He was a very enthusiastic and supportive helper. As I was unscrewing bolts and holding the crib together trying not to let any parts fall he would throw any toy in sight inside the crib watching it make everything shake. Each throw he looked at me with a devilish grin and each time I reminded him we THROW balls. Taking down a crib is such an emotional experience it actually turned out very well and Paxson helped mommy get through the fact that her boys are growing up and it's time to move the baby things out. Well here is a pic of his new bed
So far he has been doing really well. It is different so it will take a little time. But he seems to really enjoy his independence. :)

This is a picture of the letters my sister made for me for my birthday. She has made Parker's initials and this past year she painted Paxson's name. What really made this such a special keepsake is that she let Parker help her. During one of his overnight stays with her they worked on it together. He painted every other letter. The picture does not do the art work justice. The letters that Parker painted show the evidence of a child's work yet they all have the worn look so it all comes together beautifully. So so precious and meaningful. (Sorry the picture is crocked.)

Many more exciting posts to come...Fall Festivial & OSU Homecoming