I passed this little guy in the hallway the other day. "Bear." I had to take a picture because as soon as I saw him, I thought to myself that there was a time when Bear would never have been left on the floor. And if he was, it wouldn't be for long. Jack took him everywhere. He wore it out, rubbing his arm between his fingers while he sucked his thumb. I remember one night I had put feet pajamas on Jack before bed. As I got ready to turn out his light, he said he needed his "socks" off. What he couldn't tell me was why. Turned out, every night he put Bear between his toes. That's why Bear was always at the end of the crib in the morning!
Well, Bear does not do life with Jack so much anymore. Jack is eight today. And yes, I'm getting a little teary again as I think about this neat guy who is growing up too fast and doesn't need his Bear. He's growing and learning all the time and has the best laugh and a great smile. He brings us lots of joy and we are so very thankful for him.
First Birthday
Happy 8th Birthday Jack!
5 comments:
WOW, Jack is growing up. He looks older. I can't believe you made that beautiful bear cake for him! happy birthday, Jack!
Oh, I remember Bear. :) Happy birthday to your Jack... these boys of ours are growing up much too quickly.
Happy Birthday, Jack! Man, these birthdays are such a sweet hurt, huh? I remember Bear, too. :)
I'm so impressed with all the great entries you have been doing! It is so fun to see in a snapshot how much the kiddos are changing.
I can't believe Jack is 8!
I love you all!
What a sweet story! Makes you remember how precious each day is...because they pass so quickly!
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