Having never had brothers, I always wondered when the magical time would come when our boys would emerge from "just brothers" to being good friends. Many people have reminded me that our boys will become good friends as they grow and mature. I'll be the first to admit that I was beginning to wonder with our two.
However, lately I have been seeing glimpses of this becoming more of a reality. What started out as a rough beginning with Mr. T not adjusting well, (an understatement!), to his little brother is turning out to be what seems as the foundation for a beautiful friendship through brotherhood.
It's been fun to see their personalities emerging, many times seem like they are polar opposites. I also see how their personalities compliment each other quite nicely. One other note worthy thing that we all knew would be coming is that our "littlest" (less than 7 pounds difference now) is now attempting to tackle and wrestle our oldest. (Of course, the shift is to teach what is acceptable and what is not.)
They are now working together to build things (from towers with blocks to pillow forts). Their giggles as they play with each other simply melts my heart! THIS is when it starts to become rewarding!
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I have always said that I think it's easier to have two than one, especially when they are this age, because they are buddies! It saves you from having to play trains 24/7, and they learn to cooperate together. I love it!
I'm sure they will be great friends. Love those pictures!
That is one thing I regret for Jack: no brother in sight.
But sisters count for SOMETHING, even if he doesn't realize it yet. ;)
Wow! P's hair is so light! He has really turned into a little boy, huh? They look like they are at the perfect age to enjoy playing together...finally!!! Your job will now turn into "referee" (is that how you spell it? Doesn't look right). It is a tiring job, but will be worth it for the few minutes of peace you will gain. I usually get a good 15 minutes out of them playing well together before I have to separate them! ~Shan
you should probably get used to saying "youngest" as that boy is going to pass up his "big" brother sooner than later!
someone told me once that the sibling relationship is one of the most important in life, as it is (typically) your longest relationship in life. glad your boys are beginning that foundation....
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