Brother Lovin'

(His smile says 1,000 words)

Underneath the boys' tough exterior, I've witnessed in the past few weeks, how truly sweet they are on the inside. When the stomach bug overtook our home, I watched Trey rub Drake's back as he was hovering over the toilet and Drake return the favor by rubbing Trey's hair when it was his turn to worship the porcelain god. I often hear Drake translating for Trey to outsiders and making sure that he always has his toys or gets his chocolate milk. One always sticks up for the other while being scolded or punished with time outs. They are both artists when it comes to helping the other escape from timeout...it's super irritating, but makes me extremely proud that they care so greatly for each other. 

Now, da da da daaaa! Lane Michelle has arrived. Albeit, early, she's here. She's perfect (aren't they all??) and she is already loved by these boys. The boys first met Lane via Facetime. I was sure to take a mental picture of their faces as they lit up by the sight of their new baby sister. It was like Christmas morning...but better. Because unlike the latest Power Ranger, Lane will be their sister for life. When the boys finally got to the hospital, they couldn't get their hands on her fast enough. Instantly, Drake let her know how much he loved her. And Trey, aka, the Bull in the China Shop, enveloped her with many bear hugs and just smushed kisses all over her. It melted my heart. Our family felt complete. 

Now, I'm no dummy. I get that this new little addition will often drive her brothers crazy and no doubt, they will put a damper on a day or two of hers....but it doesn't matter. They are siblings. Through and through. I can only hope that they will be as thick as thieves. That they will be there for each other in the good and the bad. That as adults, they will be great friends and raise their families together...Okay, I know I'm pushing it here... But I hope that they always remember the good times and cherish what they have, I know that I will. 
"There is so much to be thankful for this holiday season." Amen...Happy Thanksgiving...