Hi Logan.

September 8, 2014 and I haven't written in quite a while. Okay it would be better to say I haven't written on your blog for a while, sorry about that. In fact it's been so long, you've had a little sister come along. You made the transition very well with Riley. You and Riley adored each other, we are very thankful. You love to make her laugh by jumping around or playing a game to make her feel good. You see, a lot of kids your age have a hard time with a new brother or sister. They tend to feel that they're somehow left out or their mom and dad will love them a little less. But that's not the case for you. Which brings me to the next topic, your self-confidence.

You young man are super confident, bullheaded, and independent, and for all of that I am very proud of you.

It hit me the other day how self confident you really are; you were watching, "Animal Train," on Netflix. It's about a boy who watches a TV show about endangered animals then dreams about rescuing those animals on a train. Yes, of course there has to be a train involved when were telling a story about you.  ;)  

I said to you, "Look Logan, you are just like that little boy." 

You looked over at me with a stern look and said, "No Dada, I am Logan."

That's when I realized you are definitely going to be your own person. It also made me realize that you will be very assertive in life. These are all traits that you will need, I only hope I can help shape those so you aren't too bull headed (like your mom.;)).  

I think a big reason you became so independent was due to our hikes in North Park. I have always let you lead and pick the way from the time you started walking. (You were a late walker, btw. 13 months old I believe.)

We used to call it, "Logan's way." After a time, everything evolved into "No, Logan's way." I thought it was hilarious, but your mom gets a little exacerbated by it. It's ok, she's still very proud that you are so assertive. 

One day in the park I was trying to get us back to the car because it was getting dark. You, of course, wanted to lead the way. The trouble was, you were going the wrong way. After a bit of arguing and bickering I said, "Fine Logan, you go Logan's way, I'm going Dada's way." You turned around and started down the trail alone. I followed behind you hiding behind trees so you didn't know I was there. I thought that I was going to teach you a lesson about walking off by yourself. The problem is, you didn't look back and didn't care that you were alone. Gah! Did I also mention that you are nearly fearless too?

It's funny, your mom and I have learned to never state something, "Logan do...." That is sure to start an act of defiance. You insist on discussing and negotiating. I'm fine with that as long as it isn't over an important rule that keeps you from getting hurt. Frankly, these discussions we have are good skill builders that you'll need in the future. Well, as long as you don't become an entitled brat, but I don't see that happening in our house.

Oh one last thing, you met Pap pap Prigg. You'll like him when you get older. He's an odd one. He's entertained your big sister Brooke for many years.  

Ok, I gotta go and write a post for your sister's blog. Keep it up young man, I'm very proud of you.

-Dada