He's such a good BIG brother!

I need to brag about what a wonderful BIG brother, Big Boy is! Not knowing how your child is going to react to suddenly having to share you as parents is a concern that most parents expecting their second child have. I remember this concern with Big Boy. It could easily have gone two ways, bad and a struggle or good with a smooth adjustment. Honestly, I think a lot of this depends on the kids personality as well as how the parents prepare the child and react to the change. Big Boy thankfully chose the good smooth path after Boopy was first born. After some minor behaviour struggles only directed to Mama and Papa Vaughn, we easily became a happily adjusted family of four.

Big Boy has always loved Boopy. He's always been gentle, hugging and kissing her and genuinely looking out for her. Granted there have been moments where he pushes her while fighting over a toy, but at least he immediately makes sure she's okay. Today especially, Big Boy proved his running for BEST BIG BROTHER award.

• He shared his beloved trains without being asked.

• He guided Boopy to see the Elephant at dinner at the Elephant Bar

• He helped entertain Boopy while I went to the bathroom at dinner. And yes, I know this picture was taken in a bathroom stall which is kinda weird, but I just couldn't resist. The two of them were taking turns bobbing up and down laughing!

• He loves to play with and entertain Boopy