Happy Birthday to our first born boy!

John Robert, age 7.

A lot happens in seven years.  A boy learns to read, tie his shoes, and conquer algebra.  He goes from wanting to be a paleontologist or train conductor to having an obsessive interest in science fiction, Nerf guns, physics, engineering, math, history, and assorted video games.  He learns to swim.  Then he learns to swim fast on a U.S.S. swim team.

Our Jibby is growing up.  

Just a year and a half ago, he was still a little boy!

Happy Birthday to my darling boy who taught me (and still teaches me) that gentle persistence, understanding, and a little laughter are the best gifts a mom can share.

John Robert Today; age 14