Friday, January 4, 2013

Eighty Four

Birthday season continues...

In an unbelievable turn of events, Jack turned seven(!) this year. Yep, seven. I can't believe it either.

How could this tiny baby...

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turn into this little boy...

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who celebrated his seventh birthday just one short month ago?

This year, Jack confidently read all of this birthday cards,

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graciously opened all of his birthday presents,

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and patiently assembled NASA's next space shuttle.

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He also anxiously eyed

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seven glowing candles

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in anticipation

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of huffing

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and puffing

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until the last one went out!

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This has been a year of tremendous growth and discovery for the oldest member of our crew. Challenged with loads of homework, daily violin practice, playful (and sometimes troublesome) siblings and a mother with perfectionist tendencies (likely his biggest challenge), Jack has demonstrated patience, perseverance, determination and forgiveness. He is growing into a young man with a heart for knowing the Lord and is asking deep, insightful questions to gain a better understanding and love for his Savior.

Happy birthday, sweet boy. We love you very much!


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