At age seven Dawson sometimes seems like such a big kid now that he's going to school and has his own friends. Then there are other sweet, tender moments like when he needs his Mommy that I realize he's still my little boy too!
School...Dawson has absolutely LOVED being in kindergarten, and I'm happy he's adapted so well. He has made friends with LOTS of kids at school this year. When I go to eat lunch with him I love to see him interacting with these school friends. He has also really liked his teacher this year which has most definitely helped the transition from preschool to kindergarten go smoothly! Dawson has done well in school and learned a TON! He impressed me with how quickly he learned his sight and slide words this year and what a great reader he has become! It's amazing how much he learned in just one school year. Dawson had homework every night Monday through Thursday and really enjoyed having homework! He also regularly talks about how he enjoys Writer's Workshop at school.
Sports...Not only has Dawson enjoyed school this year, he has played both basketball and baseball this year. He says these are his two favorite sports to play. We are in the middle of baseball season now, and he's enjoying it.
"When I Grow Up"...Dawson still regularly talks about being a farmer when he grows up, and he plans what animals, color barn, and crops he will have.
Outings...Dawson likes to be on the go all the time. If we don't have plans he will come up with things for us to do! This has always been his personality (so much like John)! His favorite requests lately of things to do include fishing, golfing, and Dollywood.
Family Life...At seven Dawson is a GREAT big brother to everyone! He understands that the others are younger than him, and he is usually really good about showing or teaching them things and snuggling and holding Clayton! Dawson has a special relationship with Carter, Nora Kate, and Clayton. It's interesting to me to see how he treats each one differently and how they each have a different relationship with their big brother. I won't say that it's all always perfect, there are the days where people "mess up" his big kid things, like Lego sets, etc. But for the most part, he's patient with them!
Sleep...During the school year Dawson went to bed at 7:30 and got up at 6:40. When school is out he stays up later until 8 or 8:30 and gets up at 7:30. Then he has to nap on Sunday afternoons when everyone else in our house naps. I love that we have started this Sunday quiet and rest time in our house! He sleeps in a twin bed in his room he shares with Carter. The boys have started on this kick of talking about bunk beds for the past couple of months, but thankfully we have managed to distract them from this idea for the time being. They do love sharing rooms though!! Dawson even recently asked if Clayton could sleep in their room! Sweet big brother!
Chores...We have started giving Dawson more chores this year than before. His daily chores include making his bed, putting all his clothes in the hamper, sweeping the kitchen floor after dinner, getting the mail, and cleaning the kids bathroom counter and sink each night. He has done great with all these chores! He's a great helper!
Dawson seems and acts so big at seven! He's such a sweet, fun, smart big boy! We love him so much!
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