5-4

This boy is growing up so fast. He devours books, has his own definite ideas on things, and likes to pose while throwing 'signs' at me. He only calls me "Mom" (often with a bit of irritation and eye rolling), and never "Mommy" any more. He is still pretty affectionate at home (as long as I haven't interrupted his reading), but doesn't want to get to close to me in public. I miss my baby Ben-rito, but I do love getting to know this cool kid.

{Quick shout out to another cool kid by the name of Ben who celebrates 9 years old today!}