Jude Is 11 Years Old!

Moving on up!! Jude is 11 years old today!! It really does not seem possible that 11 years ago at 10:57am I became a mom for the first time. On June 25th, 2010 Jude made me a mommy. Thinking back on those moments bring me such joy because he is such a special kiddo.

Happy 11th Birthday Jude!!

After another crazy year of nothing normal…I am happy that your 11th birthday is going to be spent in a more normal world. Even through the crazy ups and downs of the last year you have shown such perseverance and strength to navigate a world that none of us knew what to expect. Jude, you are kind, incredibly smart, creative, empathetic and full of fun.

Your hugs and your laugh brings a smile to my face. I cannot imagine a day without you around and I am so blessed to be called your mom. In the last 11 years you have taught your old mom more than you can even imagine.

Things I Do Not Want To Forget

Flag Football and Basketball are your favorites
Video games everyday!
Such a great reader!
You adore your friends – such a good friend.
Your imagination is pretty amazing.
You got the lead in your class play!
Yellow is still your favorite color!
You want to be a scientist when you grow up.
You love to snuggle…even though you are almost as tall as me.
You care SO MUCH!
Seafood is always a treat and you love to try new fish.
Your kitties love you…especially when you lay down to read or go to bed.
At least 5’4″!!

My 5 Wishes For You

Rock 5th Grade – oldest in the school!
Continue to explore!
Give yourself grace…it is okay to have a bad day.
Keep learning about things you enjoy!
To know how proud I am of you no matter what you are doing. I love you!

Happy Birthday Turtle! Buddy, I am so blessed to be your mom. I know that your year will be filled with happiness and I cannot wait to see what you achieve and accomplish in the coming months. You can do anything you put your mind too!