My handsome son turns 14 years old today! We are so proud of the person he is. He is so far beyond where his Dad and I were at the age of 14. He's a calm spirit, an unselfish attitude, a witty personality and a wealth of information.
Here he is this past spring at the Grand Canyon. Unafraid to stand at the edge of forever.
Last week at school he wrote this poem and I thought I would publish it here on our blog...
I Am From.....By John
I am from long car trips, camping and cookouts. I am from a green stool, which I used to reach many snacks from the snack cabinet. I am from haircuts, pine cone wars, and tall glasses of lemonade.
I am from a bump in the road that my friends and I used to jump our bikes off. I am from walking to school on a sunny day with the sun glaring in my eyes.
I am from a cracked drive way and a broken skateboard from Jim's skate board shop.
I am from waking up in the morning and the smell of bacon and biscuits cooking and the dog barking at a cat outside.
Memories are more than just events, they are the mold and cast that shape your life.
Well, what can I say...I love this Kid! Happy Birthday to the BEST 14 year old ever! Love, Mom
3 comments:
HAPPY BIRTHDAY JOHN... I agree with your mom, you are the BEST 14 year old ever. Your poem is awesome too!!! I can picture you in each sentence. Hope you have a great day today. I love you very much.
Thanks, Lisa, for publishing that wonderful poem, and giving us a glimpse into who John Jr. is these days. He's truly amazing, and no wonder you are so proud! Happy birthday, John. You deserve a very special day. :)
What a wonderful son! I loved the poem he wrote. Such a deep and gentle soul he is. Thank you for sharing.
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