Happy 13th Birthday Noah!

I now live with a teenage boy! 😳 How did my little boy grow up so quickly?

Noah I appreciate so much your kind heart. You genuinely love and enjoy spending time with our family. And I love how much you have embraced being a big brother to Ezra.

You care about everyone. Even if they may not be a person that you consider a friend, you still care about them and show kindness. I appreciate your compassion for others.

You are competitive… so competitive. Everything is a challenge and I love how focused and driven you are. You embrace every situation and give it your all.

You have an awesome sense of humor. When your friends and family were giving you your birthday cards you smiled and laughed the whole time. They know you so well and your humor is contagious.

You’re one of my biggest fans. You know I’ve been challenging myself to get stronger and I love that you cheer me on and challenge me constantly. From staring at our muscles in the mirror comparing whose are bigger to many “you’ve got this Mom… let’s go” encouragements during my tougher workouts… you always support me.

I tease you often about how much like my brother you are and you definitely have some similar traits… you enjoy debating a topic, gaming, you love all sports and are good at everything you try, but you also have so many traits of your own as well, all amazing, even if sometimes they make my hair a little more grey. 😂

I’m excited to have your full birthday with you to enjoy all your awesome food choices and spend time with you. I love you Noah and the incredible teenager you have become! Keep being true to yourself, keep finding heart rocks and never be too old for selfies with your Mom. ❤️