Today my oldest son turns ten. It is hard to believe that our sick little baby has grown into a strong, healthy, happy young man. He has never met an animal he didn't like or a person he didn't want to help. He has the sweetest spirit of anyone I know. He also loves being outside, riding his bike, fishing, hiking, or just sitting in the closest tree. He is a reflection of his father in many ways.

And whenever he turns up missing I know to check the local creek, where we usually find him, fully dressed, knee deep in water, with a pocket full of crawdads. He is truly 100% boy, but is growing up into a delightful young man.

We love you!