Brothers

I am always telling my boys how lucky they are to have each other. That they always have their best friends to play with right here under the same roof. I know they hear me but they are pretty young to really be listening and grasping just how true that is. Right now both of the big boys adore Carter. They think he is the cutest thing and can't stand to see him upset. Carter adores both of his big brothers too! He followes them around and mimics everything they say and do. I have to remind Colton and Cooper that his little eyes are always watching and his little ears are always listening to them. This quote is so true...

Colton and Cooper being closer in age, no doubt love each other, but they argue a lot. I really think it is because they are sooooooo different. Still I want them to be more tolerant and considerate of each other. They will defend and protect each other from others(which I am so happy about) but they can be so mean to one another. I know it is normal sibling rivalry but it still drives me nuts bothers me. 

Anyway, today Cooper was having a rough afternoon again...whiny,grouchy, and pretty difficult. Aftter his third time out, I decided a heart to heart was needed. While he and I were having a serious conversation and I was trying to get the bottom of what has been going on with him, Colton kept lingering in the hallway. He was very concerned about Cooper being in trouble. Finally, I told him to come in. I mentioned that it may help Cooper if he were a little nicer and more patient with him. Colton says, "Oh I know Mama--that is my new year's resolution that I made at school." When Cooper heard this he gave Colton a big hug and said, " I love you Bubba."  I admit it, I teared up a little. =)  I love that Colton came up with this goal on his own because it was heavy on his heart. They really are such sweet brothers. I love watching all of my boys together! What an amazing bond the three of them will always share!!