Today, my boy turns 14

Today, my boy is 14.  How does that happen?! Seems like only yesterday I was bawling my eyes out as we dropped him off for Kindergarten. (Yes, I was one of those moms.)  As we have watched him grow and mature, it is evident that God's plans for his life are special.  Thomas and I are incredibly proud of who he has become.  Over the past year, his maturity in decisions and choices have astounded us with the wisdom and thought behind them, and yet, he is still a typical teenage boy with all that comes with that age.  He still gives me hugs and kisses no matter where we are, and he is quick to come comfort me when I am crying or sad.  While I worry about this last "first" without Amanda, I know that we will get through today like we have the past year; remembering, cherishing, a few tears and lots of love. 

As a mom, I am blessed and thankful for the privilege of calling him my son.