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One decade down

Ten years.... One whole decade ago....

I am so glad Jake was the first kid.  He is so great and passionate about life.  He loves to read.  Loves it.  He is enjoying scouts for the most part.  He is loving GT.   He is far more sensitive then he wants people to know.  He is a fabulous big brother.   He is such a snugger.  He will curl up on the couch next to me or sit on my lap.  I wonder when he will out grow that.  Jake is so smart and comes with some really creative ideas.  He does have some down falls.  Since he is so smart he doesn't have to work hard t get all the right answers.  He doesn't lose well which he probably gets from Lee.  We have started playing more games as a family which has been good and Jake is glad he is now old enough to play.

Jake loves to try everything once which is a downfall as well as a strength.

Jake can be super funny.  Today when I asked where he was going to be in ten years he said right here.  Meaning still in my house.  Doubtful.

I worry about Jake being spiritual enough I worry about him being kind.   I worry about him being strong enough to say no to peers.  I worry he does things just to see what will happen.

But I don't worry about the other stuff.  Jake will always be able to take care of himself he is healthy and athletic.  He is mentally and physically strong.  He can figure things out.

I love Jake!


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