To My Son:

Happy Birthday! Today you are turning 9 years old. I can't believe how fast the time has gone. You are such an incredible person. You are so kind and sensitive (don't ever lose that). You would do anything for a friend. You are smart and honest.

You are my little athlete. You are a natural. You have the ability to make me laugh even when I don't want to laugh (especially when you plug your nose in that special way of yours!).

We have always had a close relationship, and I am sure that will never change. You and your sister are close too. I love that you two get along so well. Your shy nature never seems to hinder you from making friends where ever you go. I love the fact that you put yourself to bed when you are tired, and you always are willing to help me around the house. I love playing the Playstation with you and seeing you master every game that you play. I love it when you want to paint with me.

You are my little monkey (ok, maybe sometimes a billy goat) and always will be. I love you more than you will ever know. I love that we tell each other "I love you up to the stars and back" ever single night. You are my little man and that will never change.

I will always love you........up to the stars and back.