Ethan is 7!

Happy Birthday to my favorite little man in the world! You have given us an immeasurable amount of joy since your birth 7 years ago. God knew exactly what He was doing when He gave me a son, because I needed you and I adore this nonstop adventure that is life with a boy.

You are truly a fun and happy kid. You have lots of friends and make new ones easily. You are confident and competitive. These attributes show themselves most on the soccer field and during Taekwondo. You and your daddy are both headed toward getting your black belts together. Daddy is also still coaching your soccer team. I love that you share these hobbies and spend lots of time together.


You just completed kindergarten and it was a great year for you! You are more than ready for 1st grade. I have been so proud of all your hard work and focus in school this year. At your graduation, Mrs. Stanley and Mrs. Brown presented you with a certificate for Efficiency, stating that this is your spiritual gift. They commented on your desire to do your work well and in a timely manner, while also making few mistakes. I believe this gift will serve you well throughout your life!

A Few More Things About You:

You still love pigs and want to own a pig farm one day to save them. Your Dad and I respect your feelings very much and we only eat turkey bacon in this house. You’ve promised that I can come live with you and help you on your farm. :)

You are loving the water this year, whether at the pool, lake, or the beach. We just returned from a few days at the beach and you literally spent hours jumping waves and boogie boarding in the ocean. And you’ve been tubing behind the boat this year and loving it!



You love music and dancing. Watching you and Gracie have a dance party with each other or with cousins is the best. You’ve got some moves!

Ethan, you are such a precious, cuddly, affectionate and tenderhearted boy. You also have a temper and an attitude from time to time. Either way, you are a dream come true and we love you. Never forget that God loves you and has BIG plans for your life. Remember to be kind and patient with people, because that’s how Jesus wants us to be.

 I love you!
Mommy

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