A Typical Three-Year-Old Boy

My grandnephew, Ryder Birky is a typical three-year-old boy. He loves his mommy, Sierah Birky; daddy, Riley Birky; and his big brother, Jace. Ryder loves doing anything his parents and older brother are doing. Ryder loves being outdoors. He loves running around with his brother. They are best friends. Ryder loves going to the park and playing on the toys there. One of his favorite things in going on the slide. That is typical of three-year-olds. Ryder takes great pleasure on all of the playground equipment. As he grows, he gets better at each one, and having a big brother to show him the ropes helps a lot too. Ryder is a busy, active boy. That too is typical for his age.

A year ago, Ryder and his family received a miracle when his daddy, Uncle Tucker, and two of their friends were badly burned in a car fire involving fireworks. Ryder could have lost his daddy that day, but he did not, and in fact, none of the men had bad scars on their faces. I’m not sure about scars in other areas, but they are alive…Ryder and Jace still have their daddy. Much prayer went out or the men, and God answered our prayers. Ryder was so happy when his daddy got to come home from the hospital. It was a wonderful day for all of them.

Every day, Ryder learn more and more things. His brother helps with that process. Big brothers have a tendency to do that. As they influence their younger siblings, they set the stage for the way the younger kids are. Jace has been a big influence on Ryder, and since they are pals, it has become a great thing. I look forward to watching both of these boys as they learn and grow. Today is Ryder’s 3rd birthday. Happy birthday Ryder!! Have a great day!! We love you!!