Double ones! You're in your last month as an elementary school kid, and it's hard to believe that junior high is on the horizon. You came home from a "field trip" to the junior high a few weeks ago, and I was expecting you to tell me how boring it was compared to a "real" field trip. Instead, your eyes lit up and you told me just how much fun you had. "Everyone knew me!" Sometimes having an older brother is tough, but I am glad that you can read the benefits in the social capital of a friendly older brother.
You got to spend your birthday doing what you love -- playing baseball with your buddies. I love watching you do what you love and your passion is contagious. You're an amazing teammate and have emerged as a leader on your team. You're encouraging, positive, and loud in the dugout.
You are an easy kid to please, and an easy kid to be around. You demand very little, and frequently make sacrifices in order to keep the peace. Of all my children, you have taught me the most about being a mother, and about how being a good mom to one child might look different than being mom to another one. When Brady got yelled at earlier this year for his grades, you took it harder than he did. You are sensitive, and empathetic to the feelings of people around you. That is such a positive trait, but it comes with challenges.
You are so well liked by everyone you meet. "Jack is so sweet" is a common phrase uttered by any mom who encounters you. You're polite, appreciative, and kind to everyone you meet. You see the best in people and people see the best in you. Including the ladies
A few months back, an acquaintance of mine told me a story how her daughter, who is in your grade, came home from school and said, "Mom, I am so tired of hearing about Jack Hoots." Apparently, that's all the 5th grade girls want to talk about. When I asked you about it, you said with a smirk, "Sounds about right."
Hold tight to that quiet confidence, Jack, and continue to be exactly who you are. I feel so lucky to be your mom.
Love,
Mom
You got to spend your birthday doing what you love -- playing baseball with your buddies. I love watching you do what you love and your passion is contagious. You're an amazing teammate and have emerged as a leader on your team. You're encouraging, positive, and loud in the dugout.
You are an easy kid to please, and an easy kid to be around. You demand very little, and frequently make sacrifices in order to keep the peace. Of all my children, you have taught me the most about being a mother, and about how being a good mom to one child might look different than being mom to another one. When Brady got yelled at earlier this year for his grades, you took it harder than he did. You are sensitive, and empathetic to the feelings of people around you. That is such a positive trait, but it comes with challenges.
You are so well liked by everyone you meet. "Jack is so sweet" is a common phrase uttered by any mom who encounters you. You're polite, appreciative, and kind to everyone you meet. You see the best in people and people see the best in you. Including the ladies
A few months back, an acquaintance of mine told me a story how her daughter, who is in your grade, came home from school and said, "Mom, I am so tired of hearing about Jack Hoots." Apparently, that's all the 5th grade girls want to talk about. When I asked you about it, you said with a smirk, "Sounds about right."
Hold tight to that quiet confidence, Jack, and continue to be exactly who you are. I feel so lucky to be your mom.
Love,
Mom
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