Today 11 years ago, in a galaxy far, far away…..

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I became a Mom for the second time around

(and that is what works great for me).

10 Things I love about my 11 year old “soon to be teenage” son:

1. He is my “Jim Carrey” of the family, and cracks us up.
2. He loves animals.
3. He has a sensitive heart.
4. He is smart.
5. He loves to shop =)) (a boy after my own heart)
6. He loves to make cookies.
7. He loves to make things, or build things with his hands.
8. He can fish better than all of us.
9. He loves to read.

And most importantly…

10. He loves Jesus.

Funny Story of the day:This Saturday just me and son were going shopping for his bithday present (some new, cool, in-style shoes). We get in the car and he asks, “Why doesn’t my brothers come?” and I said “because I am spending money on you, not them; this is your special trip.” Then son asked, “Well who is going to entertain me?”, and I looked at him and said “Well what am I chopped liver?”. Then son said, “No, you are the walking money”.

When oldest son heard this story he said “Yep, Mom the walking wallet”. Well I guess if is is not food that keeps them coming back it is MONEY!! I just have not told them yet at age 18, the money is all gone, ha!!

HAPPY BIRTHDAY “SOON TO BE TEENAGER” !!!

don’t grow up too fast…..


15 thoughts on “Today 11 years ago, in a galaxy far, far away…..”

  2. Your 10 things are so sweet. And the story made me smile! Kids know who holds the purse strings, eh? At least we’re good for something!

  3. HAPPY B-DAY!!!
    I LOVE being a momma too!
    This post was GREAT Lori, It made me smile!
    if I gave out awards… this would win my WFMW-favorite ribbon :)

  8. a really sweet post, yes being a mommy works for me too. Very nice list, happy birthday to your boy.
    jenny in Ca
    (www.homeiswhereyoustartfrom.blogspot.com)
    -blogger not letting me sign in…

  10. Ummmm… so I had a really cute comment and all but BETA blogger ate it and it won’t let me sign in. SHEESH! Heather* (prncesh1.blogspot.com)

    Love the piture (winks)

  11. Happy Birthday to a wonderful young man! You’re right, the well runs dry at 18 (don’t we wish)! Trumpet Boy’s trip to NY is costing a pretty penny. You’re so pretty, I love the picture!

  12. Happy B-day! And I love the “walking money.” I know the feeling! Lately my 7-yr-old’s favorite question is, “Mom, when are you going to get paid?” I tell her, “good question!”

  13. Happy birthday! I know, I say it a lot, but they just grow up way too fast.
    Thank you for sharing. It is beautiful that your son loves Jesus :)

  14. What a great way to celebrate your son’s Bday! Mine is 10 year old (right behind yours on turning 11). I can tell from the list here they would get along smashingly!

    Happy Birthday to your dear boy… SOON to be teenager!