Where have the last 9 years gone?! He has grown from a slightly insecure 9 year old into a brave, mature, confident 18 year old. I remember the very first time I met him. He was worried I would get mad when he got dirty playing at papa's house. I just laughed and told him that's what kids were supposed to do! The next time I saw him he told me a tall tale about being a dirt bike racer in Germany! This kid! On the day I married his dad he asked me if he had to call me mom. I told him he could call me anything but late to dinner.....he chose to call me mom. I have been so blessed to be his mom. I have only known him half his life, but I could not love him any less. In 3 short months he will be a high school graduate....and a short 2 months later a United States Soldier. I am so proud of this young man!
