Connor and Dylan's favorite poem

I have a friend named Larry.
He's eight years old, but hairy.
There's hair on his back.
There's hair up his nose.
Why, he even has hair
Between all his toes.
But he never complains,
or whines or cries.
He can't. There's hair
In his mouth and his eyes.

From Todd and the Talking Pinata Talk Courage
by RH Fuller

Interview with a 5 year old! (Connor)

I'm a little late posting this blog; it's been a little crazy around here!! I found the idea to interview the birthday boy from another friend's blog (and she had some great questions so I used a few of hers - thanks Amber!!) so we can remember this age from his perspective... love it!

Connor - I cannot believe you are 5! You are growing up so fast!! You are such a kind, loving, smart boy and I am so excited to see what God has in store for you this year!

Here is your 5 year old interview:

Mama: What is your favorite color?
Connor: Red and green.

M: What is your favorite toy?
C: Legos

M: What do you want to do when you grow up?
C: Put fires out.

M: Why don't you want to be a policeman anymore?
C: Because I know it's a dangerous job because the bad guys might disobey me.

M: What is your favorite movie?
C: Ice Age Dawn of the Dinosaurs

M: What is your favorite book?
C: Transformers and The Gruffalo

M: Favorite indoor activity?
C: Play and not clean up.

M: Favorite outdoor activity?
C: I don't like to play outside.

M: Don't you like to play on playgrounds?
C: Yes, but only ones that are inside.

M: Favorite food?
C: Chicken casserole and squash casserole.

M: Something you don't like to eat?
C: Green bean casserole. (M: (disclaimer) I promise I make other things besides casseroles!)

M: Favorite game?
C: Battleship.

M: Favorite thing God made?
C: Legos

M: What are you excited about turning 5?
C: Getting new legos.

M: Favorite thing to wear?
C: My tie.

M: Who is your best friend?
C: Daniel.

M: What is your favorite thing to do with me?
C: Play with you.

M: What is your favorite thing to do with daddy?
C: Tickle fight!

M: Where is your favorite place to go?
C: Hot wings. And Walmart to buy legos... because I love legos.

M: What is your favorite thing about Dylan?
C: Playing lego fighters with him.

M: What is your favorite thing about Sam?
C: Tickling him and making him laugh.

M:What does daddy do all day?
C: He works.

M: What does mommy do all day?
C: Stay home and watch after us and help us with school and have fun.

M: What is the best thing about getting older?
C: I get taller than I was before.

M: What about when you stop getting taller?
C: Then I'll be really sad.

M: What else makes you sad?
C: You not letting me buy legos.

M: Do you think you're a little obsessed with legos?
C: What is obsessed?
M: It means you like it so much it's all you think and talk about.
C: Then yes, I'm obsessed.

M: What is your favorite Bible story?
C: About Jesus growing up and loving us.

We love you so much, buddy! You are one. funny. kid!  You are a blessing and we cannot even tell you how much fun you are to be around! We enjoy every moment with you and are excited to see how much you will learn and grow over the next year. HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!