{eighteen months}

Where does the time go!? I can hardly believe Kashton has already hit the 1 1/2 mark!  He is such a fun and ENERGETIC little boy!  From the moment he wakes up he hits the ground running and doesn't stop much until bedtime! (some days we don't even get a nap!)  He loves to play and "explore" things -- most often things I don't want to be "explored" but that's the beauty of it, right?  He adores being outside and I really think would stay out all day long if I'd let him.  He loves to play with the lawn mower, race around the trampoline, smack his little ball off his baseball tee and ride Jackobi's pink tricycle.  (apparently we need to invest in a boy bike for him!!)  Where ever Jackobi goes, Kashton is quick to follow.  He loves his big sis and mimics most things she does.  (including some pretty darling ballerina moves :))  They play so well together -- my favorite thing is to sit and listen to them giggle uncontrollably together.

The only time we can seem to get Kashton to sit still is to eat or read a book.  He loves books -- especially those including animals.  He is an animal lover for sure and is quick to make any sound he can associate with a creature.  He has quite the little vocabulary and if he's not sure -- will attempt to repeat anything we say.  His list of words go on and on -- a few of his favorites are tractor, baseball, bat, cobi (Jackobi), puppy, hi, bye, mommy, no no, bath, juice, milk, side (outside), pease (please) and is getting really good at "sorry"  -- which has been added to his vocabulary very quickly as he has learned to hit, pull hair and torment his big sis.  They really are darling together, but he's learned how to play "rough" -- that's for sure.

he is such a social little boy and pretty friendly to everyone.  He smiles so much and "flirts" a bit with new people.  He loves to give high-fives, slide & pops and has learned how to show you his muscles :)  He has some of the most darling little facial expressions -- you can usually tell what's on his little mind just by looking at his face.  He loves the water and usually insists on being in control of the hose (watch out!) he loves to chase and WILL douse you with the hose. (especially if you scream -- that makes him try even harder :))

Kashton brings us so much joy and LAUGHTER! He is constantly making us smile and lightening the mood.  He is definitely my sweet little boy -- I can't wait to see what the future holds for our little man! We love you Kashton!! ♥