Four

Henry Samuel, 

you are 4 years old!

And what an awesome 4 year old you are.

With each year you get older, there's an ongoing conversation about who you take after.  I think we can safely say that you are a beautiful blend of both of us.

Mom at 4

Overall, more people say you look like me as a child with your hair, nose, chin and face shape. You share my blood type, and actually, the same personality type according to the Myers-Briggs Personality Test.   It even appears that, like me and your sis, you're bound to be left-handed. Dad sometimes jokes about us being two peas in a pod.  

Dad at 4

But you also have a lot of your dad in you too.  You have his big smile and his beautiful blue eyes. You have a fascination with swords and a love for wrestling, just like a young Joey.  And we can't forget your mutual love for Star Wars, Peter Pan, and Legos.  You are your Daddy's little buddy.

One thing is remarkably sure.  You are uniquely you!

You say funny things like "Mom, can you believe how cool I am?  I even have hair on my arms...but not as much as Dad."

And you say sweet things like, "Dad, I'm glad you're in my family."

And you do silly things like grab a pillow and blanket and make yourself comfortable on me while I relax.

You make us smile every day.  Happy 4th Birthday, Henry!