Today we're celebrating this handsome man! I look at this picture and I can't believe how grown up you are at 22. This year is going to be amazing for you as you finish college and step out into the "real" world. Your enthusiasm and passion will take you far in life. Cheers to a great year! … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday to This Guy!
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He’s Twenty!
I'm not sure how it happened, but this guy turned TWENTY yesterday. Say what?!? It seems like this was just a few months ago... But it wasn't. Some days I ask myself, where does the time go? We're so busy living our lives everyday that in the blink of an eye, my sweet little kid has grown up. Evan, I am so blessed to have you in my life. You're an amazing young man and I am so proud of you every day. Keep reaching for the stars! … [Read more...] about He’s Twenty!
Thankful…
Tomorrow is Thanksgiving Day in the States. It's a day to remember everything for which we are thankful. The basics are easy to remember... family, friends, and our health. But there is so much more to be thankful for like having a roof over our heads and food on our table. As you sit down to your Thanksgiving meal, take a moment to remember family and friends, near and far. And say a blessing for all the good in your life. As a … [Read more...] about Thankful…
Seventeen
The years are short, but the days are long… It’s so true. While there are days that may feel like a never-ending struggle with a toddler, the toddler years will fly by and be a distant memory before you know it. Then you’re knee deep in school and homework and activities. Add in a “fun sport” and you’ll never have a free moment. Suddenly, they are starting high school and you’re wondering if both of you are going to survive their teen years. … [Read more...] about Seventeen
Cruising into adulthood like…
Tomorrow, this kid will turn 19. I can’t believe it. It’s amazing how quickly the years have flown by. That saying "the days are long, but the years are short” is so very true. When he was little, I had no idea how to keep up with a high energy boy on a daily basis. Yet, now thinking back, those years are a blur of trains and soccer games. I have loved watching you grow through years. I have enjoyed each fun new phase of your life. The fun crazy … [Read more...] about Cruising into adulthood like…
The Next Chapter…
As you're reading this, I'm probably at home recovering from being up very, very, very early this morning working my shift at Grad night last night. I'm completely exhausted but it was worth it. And it's all for this amazing kid... Thirteen years ago, I celebrated your pre-school graduation. You were so adorable in your little red graduation cap. Then I held your hand as I walked you to your brand new Kindergarten class. Going to “school” was … [Read more...] about The Next Chapter…
Here’s To The Years!
Eighteen years ago today, I became a first time mom. What a completely life-changing experience it is. It is amazing. It is wonderful. It is exhausting. Moms of boys know exactly what I'm talking about. Those toddler years - oh my! There were days I seriously thought one of us wasn't going to live to see him grow up. Maybe me because of his near-heart attack inducing antics or him because he wouldn't live through them. Funny now... stressful … [Read more...] about Here’s To The Years!
Fifteen
It hardly seems possible that this little peanut turns 15 today. Where has the time gone? She was a handful from Day 1. Actually more like four months prior to showing up. Being on bed rest for months was tough, but she was so worth it. (Coming home from the Hospital, 2002)She was an adorable toddler and she's always had tons of personality. Despite the calm image in this picture, most days she was definitely more tinkerbell than princess. (Our … [Read more...] about Fifteen