The twins are four years old now, and I can't believe it. With each passing year Thomas and Elizabeth are becoming more "individuals." They have always been different, but they are becoming more different.
At four, Elizabeth is very much a little mama. She still loves playing with her babies, but her favorite toys now consist of her horses and all the accessories. She can spend hours engaged in pretend play with her horses. I love to watch and listen to her. Elizabeth loves to read and requests "horsey books" when we go to the library. She wants to ride, jump, and race horses. I spoke with a nice young lady about giving Elizabeth riding lessons, but she said she would not teach her until Elizabeth is six. She did invite us to go to the horse farm to see the horses whenever we like. I took Elizabeth that same day, and she was in heaven. She asked me yesterday, "Mama, when will you buy me a horse race?"
Elizabeth is still very much a mama's girl and likes to know where I am at all times. She is sensitive and extremely shy. Elizabeth is fiercely protective of her brother and will scream loudly if anyone else is committing a "'wrong" at Thomas' expense. She is quick to judge me whenever I have to discipline Thomas and runs to hide if he gets a spanking. Elizabeth is in ballet camp this week and looks precious in her pink leotard (I'm know I am partial...). She seems to be enjoying herself and feels comforted that her friend Mily is attending the same camp. This is the first time she has been enrolled in an activity without her brother. I worried she would cry or change her mind...she was a little hesitant but went into the studio. I plan to sign Elizabeth up for ballet in the fall.
Elizabeth sings constantly............songs she has heard on the radio but mostly she makes up her own songs. I am very proud of her.
I love you Elizabeth Frances!
