Dear Brooks,

Hey sweetheart! So I am very late in writing about our little date we had last month, but goodness I hope you know how much fun we had! Ava was with our friend Penny and her girls for the afternoon, and we soaked up some "just us" time. I loved hearing your laughter on the swings, and watching you run and drag your stick in the bark dust. I kind of loved when you'd run and hide, then wait for me to find you (I'm such a worry wart sometimes). I definitely loved when you'd call, "Mama!" from your various hiding spots in that big castle park. I loved when you asked for "Beebee Eva?" I loved that you wanted to ride down the slide with me, usually you're super independent and want to do it alone. I loved that you got super excited when I pulled out a couple packets of Pop Rocks for us to enjoy...and then watching your face as they popped and crackled in your mouth was hilarious, AHAHahAHa! We couldn't stop laughing! :) I love you sweet boy. You've definitely reached your max level for being defiant and disobedient lately. But you are loving on your sister more and more every day, and you've started saying, "Goo' to see you!" when your Dad or I walk in the room. Thanks for bringing so much happy into my life. I love you Brooks.

Love,

Mom