Feb

Happy 5th Birthday to Jake!

Five years ago, Jake entered our world and forever changed our lives. And although it’s only been five years, it’s sometimes hard to remember what our life was like before his arrival. One thing is for sure… there were definitely less toys laying around the house.

I enjoy playing with Jake, but I also enjoy watching him play. It reminds me of what it was like to be a child; the times spent playing with toy cars, or kicking the ball outside, blissfully unaware of the daily stress experienced by parents as they work to provide for their children. I watch him play and I sometimes find myself selfishly wishing he would stay a little boy; spending the rest of his days joyfully playing, completely innocent and unaware of life’s harsh realities.

The truth is he’s growing up, and we’re growing older. Today he’s 5, before we know it he’ll be 10, and soon thereafter he’ll enter the awkward teenage years where the grandparents are finally avenged. Yeah, I’m a bit worried about that.

For my part I plan to do what my father did with me and pass on the experiences he passed down to me, as well as the new ones I’ve obtained through my personal journey. As parents, I feel that’s one of the greatest gifts we can give our children.

Happy birthday Jacob! Mommy and Daddy love you!

Jake under 1 year (2005)