Three and a Half Years Old

Hank is 3 1/2 and that means it's time for an update:

Personality:
Hank is highly verbal and very outgoing. He refers to himself as an "I Can Kid" and is kind, polite and fairly mellow. He loves to pretend to be various superheroes, and when he's in character, he insists on being addressed by his appropriate superhero name.

Activities:
He's gotten good, really good on his balance bike, but is still a bit intimidated by bikes with pedals. He loves the pool and doesn't shy away from water, unless it's bath time. Hank really dislikes the idea of getting in the tub, but once in, he becomes a water boy once again. We hike a lot and Hank's favorite hiking spot is Red Rocks. When we're done hiking, biking, etc., Hank is known to say, "Yay, I have a healthy heart and strong muscles!"

Dressing:
Hank can dress and undress himself, except for putting on shirts and socks, which still prove to be a bit tricky.

Food Preferences
He's been trying new foods, but still avoids meat whenever possible, unless it's bacon. Hank will devour as many pieces of bacon as you can cook. Condiments and dressings are scary, unless you're talking about salsa and guacamole. They are in a league of their own.

Sleep Habits:
Two hour naptime is still in effect (1:30-3:30), although Hank only falls asleep a few days a week. Even though he's now in a big boy bed, he's has yet to discover the freedom of leaving his room (thank goodness).  Hank also refuses to sleep under any covers, but manages to still sleep for 12 hours at night with his blankets by his side.

Hank, we love you!