Kendal Turns 4 Years Old!

Keeping Kids Busy during Conference...they are painting their flower boxes

Yesterday was Kendal's 4th Birthday! It was nice that it was General Conference Sunday and we were able to spend the entire day at home as a family. Jeff and I can't believe that it has already been 4 years since our little Kendal was born. She is definitely a very important addition to our family. Here are a few facts about Kendal as a 4 year old:

1)Kendal is our cuddly child. She has always loved to cuddle and be held. She is a very loving little girl.


2)Kendal is a firecracker. She is either really happy or really mad and she can change between the two very quickly.


3)Kendal is a little mommy. I have never seen a little girl so obssessed with babies. She asks for babies every birthday and Christmas, despite having at least 10 already. She loves to play with her babies, so that is why we continue to feel a little bit justified in adding to her collection. She received yet another baby for her birthday this year and since opening the baby yesterday morning, it has been her constant companion. This particular baby came with a backpack carrier, so she wore around her baby most of the day. She also loves real babies. She loves to hold her baby cousins and has been my big helper with her baby brother Trey since he was born. She still is quick to let me know if he is doing something he shouldn't be doing and also when he needs a diaper change. I know she will be a great mommy someday.

4)Kendal loves her big sister Bayley. Our girls get along very well most of the time. They have their moments, but for the most part they play together very well. Kendal watches her big sister and wants to be able to do everything she can can do. I think that Bayley's fearlessness has rubbed off on Kendal, because Kendal does many things that as a cautious toddler I never thought she would do. She is very good riding her bike, she can swim very well, and she loves roller coasters.


5)Kendal has a very tender heart. If her brother or sister are hurt or sad, Kendal is willing to do anything to make them feel better. She is very protective of all of those around her. She will take a stand if she feels like someone is being mistreated.

6)Kendal is a great helper when she wants to be. She loves to help me fold laundry, clean the bathroom and dust. However, she does not like to clean up her toys. Lately when I tell her it is time to clean up, she replies "C'mon mom, let's work together as a team. It's called teamwork."





We love our Kendal!