My bigger boy

(Last year's photo.  New one coming soon)

My Jordan turned 9 years old yesterday.  I can't believe it!  He is becoming the most amazing kid!  He is my boy who LOVES to laugh.  He also has a talent for making others laugh and cheering them when they are sad.  Jordan has such a tender heart and is so sweet to younger children.  He is really good at taking care of others.

Jordan loves to be outside and active.  He always chooses something active for family outings.  For his birthday he got us all on ice skates having a blast despite the bruised knees.  Jordan has a natural talent in sports and the determination to practice and improve.  However, he is not too competitive that he forgets to have fun.

Jordan is a good friend.  He is loyal and really tries to be a good example.  He is always looking for a friend to play and explore the world around him.

We had fun with Jordan on his birthday.  This year was Jordan's year to choose something to do together as a family.  As I mentioned, he chose ice skating.  Then we came home for a kind of smorgasbord for dinner.   Each person in our family gets to choose their favorite foods for their birthday dinner.  Jordan chose waffles, bacon, raspberries, asparagus, and lemon pie.  At least it had something from each food group! :)  When he opened his presents, he was most excited about a Pokemon DS game and a new trick yoyo.  He is really getting good at "yoing".  As the boys went to bed, they laughed and laughed as Paul read from Jordan's journal that I kept for him when he was young detailing all the mischief he got into.  He hasn't changed in that aspect! :)  Check out some fun stories about Jordan here!

We love Jordan and we are so grateful that he is a part of our family. Our family wouldn't be the same without him.  Happy Birthday my sweet boy!