robin is now 2

happy 2nd birthday robin!

know that you are so loved and blessed. we are so proud of you because of who you are and with what you have accomplished especially for the past months. God is good and faithful!

at this age, we can see your independence by wanting to do things on your own such as feeding, bathing, dressing up, brushing of teeth, washing hands and even walking on your own. hey kiddo, know that me and your daddy will always be here to guide you as long as we can and even whether you think you don't need our help anymore...

we see courage when you climb that high monkey bars at the park or you try on ate raya's big bike or sing your heart out even if you do not know yet the words. we are your number 1 fan ;) its funny how you want to use the big toilet bowl right away and not your pottie, but we are really proud of you.

we also can see your love for learning by wanting to read "ook" [books] all the time or tinkering with my laptop or daddy's itouch or playing with ate's laptop. all the things that the people around you does, especially ate raya and your cousin kuya miguel, you want to learn them all, taking it all in. thats good, honey, never ever stop learning.

remember a few months ago, we were so worried that you mght have a speech development problem. look at you now, we can't stop you from talking and talking with your loud voice! no worries my dear one, we are more than happy to hear you utter words especially the words "mommy" and "daddy" even if you have to wake us up in the middle of the night just to make you your "ilk" [milk]. knowing what you want and expressing them through words has lessened your tantrums. im not so worried anymore. i can't wait for you to say the words "i love you" and i also wouldn't mind to hear your stories someday about your day, your crushes, heart aches, your dreams and your thoughts no matter what they are.

we appreciate your love for eating everything even ampalaya. but rob, can you please lessen the sweets and chips? i know its our fault but please try :)

all these, you take it in stride and with a happy face all the time. that makes us happy too. we wish that you will continue this even when the ride gets tough. again, we will be there to share your pain and as well as your joys.

happy birthday rob! we love you so much!