5.6.2020

 

 

Eveyn,

How in the world are you already 13? Where did the years go? I can vividly remember rocking you back and forth every single night to sleep because your ears hurt so bad that you couldn’t sleep, and all you did was scream. We both just spent the first 7 weeks of your life crying together. I thought for sure you were going to be the death of me and my most difficult child. But you have been the polar opposite. Once we got tubes in your ears, and figured out some other medical things… You have been the happiest and easiest child to love and raise. As much as those first seven weeks broke my heart, I wouldn’t trade our long nights together for anything.

You have a heart of gold, and truly light up a room. You are loyal, kind, smart, handsome, and hardworking; and I assure you – all of those qualities will come in handy as you begin this next chapter in your life. You are becoming such a wonderful young man. You have had much loss in your life, yet you have remained whole. You haven’t lost any of yourself in the midst of hard days, and your dad & I are so proud of you for that. We are so blessed to be the ones cheering you on each and every day as you chase you dreams.

You have said on more than one occasion that you already have your life planned out, you are going to go to the Air Force, and going to be a pilot. You have the vision and drive to do whatever you choose in life, Im certain. I love watching you do everything you put your mind to. Like golf. Watching you pick up golf and seeing you and your dad play together will be one of my favorite pastimes. You are truly a talented athlete Eveyn, but even more than that; you have a good time and enjoy yourself and life!

As you embark on this next phase of your life, we promise to give you room to find your way, but guidelines to keep you safe. I pray you realize HOW fast the next seven years will go, and you will choose to make a mark on those around you each day. I pray you move forward with respect to your future and make decisions that reflect the man you hope to be.

I hope you remember, you are loved fiercely. Not only by your dad and I, but by God. You are capable of the VERY best, so never settle for less than that. I pray you remember your brother and sister love you more than life itself. I pray you pick your friends wisely. Being popular isn’t important, but making selective friendships with people that carry your same morals and values IS. Your friends and your future girlfriend(s) should be people with character. People that push you to be the very best you, and people that you in turn do the same. I pray you always know your dad and I are here to talk, to listen, and to pray. We always have your back. Always believe in yourself. What you believe about you, others will too. Make sure they see your greatness. Because you are so worthy of a beautiful life. Be grateful for what you have and say thank you.  Be careful what you put in writing, because you will never be able to take it back. And on that note, in a world of social media: be careful what you post online. It will affect your future jobs, friendships, marriage, & children. The internet and social media are permanent. REMEMBER THAT.

Lastly, Never forget, no matter how great the success, or how mighty the failure, WE WILL BE THERE FOR YOU. ALWAYS.

 

We love you more than you could ever imagine,

Mommy & Dad