Five was a huge year for Jack. Huge! He started kindergarten and lost his first baby tooth. He gained independence in many ways: riding his bike around the block without us, going to a playdate alone, pouring his own juice, doing the drive line at school instead of me walking him in. Our boy is growing up.
A competitive nature emerged in Jack this year. He discovered our town's skate park and loves to ride his bike down the biggest jump. Whether at the skate park, climbing wall or monkey bars, he loves to push the limits of his physical abilities. He absolutely hates to lose at anything and enjoys making up games for the family to play.
Jack also has such a kind heart. Recently, Grace decided she no longer needed to sleep with her lovey. After tucking her in, I walked into Jack's room with tears rimming my eyes. "What's wrong mommy," Jack asked worriedly. "Grace doesn't want to sleep with lovey anymore, and I'm sad," I replied. With tears brimming his eyes, Jack said, "That is sad." That is the boy I love more than life itself. A boy of contradictions. Tender yet tough.
Each year I ask my children a few questions after their birthday. Here's what Jack had to say this year:
What is your favorite color?
blue
What is your favorite food?
chocolate
What is your favorite toy?
Trash Pack and Hexbugs
Who is your best friend?
Jackson and Brody
What is your favorite activity
rock climbing
What is your favorite game to play?
Shark Attack and Frozen
What do you want to do when you grow up?
be a ninja
What are you most thankful for?
my family
What is the best thing that happened this year?
losing a tooth, Christmas and my birthday
What do you like about being six?
I can do more stuff by myself
What do you like best about school?
"I'm just glad to be there"
I love this boy of mine. Happy birthday sweet Jack! Enjoy six!
