Happy 8th Birthday

Dear CJ,

Another year has gone by. It has been a wild ride. You are great at keeping me on my toes. This year meant a suspected broken bone and a cast for you. But you didn't let it slow you down. Right before the start of your first year in Little League. I was so worried you wouldn't be able to enjoy it, but you really made the most of it. Out there every day working hard and really trying to learn from your coach even though you were limited by what you could do. I don't know why that surprises me. You have always been a tenacious little boy.

I don't know what this year will bring for you. But I'm sure it will be met with that fighting spirit of yours. Don't ever give up. Keep having fun and making people laugh along the way. And remember, you can do anything you put your mind to. As always I am thoroughly looking forward to this trip with you.

I love you. Happy 8th birthday to you. We're going to have a great year together!

Love always,
Mommy