Growing up

So my little guy is growing up. He has come to the ever independent stage where he wants to get dressed by himself, put his shoes and coat on, brush his teeth, get his own snacks/drinks...all by himself. Most of this is great except when we are in a hurry. Last night he surprised us by saying the family prayer all by himself!! Usually he wants help but last night when I tried to help he said "Noooo mom! I can do it myself!" And he did and it was precious! The picture above is of him holding his cousin Autumn, whom he loves a lot! Here they were watching tv together and she fell asleep on his lap. What a great big cousin! He is constantly making me laugh with his expressions and out-of-the blue comments. I'm glad this cutie is mine!!