The “Baby” Turns Thirteen

Every single day for the last thirteen years this child has brought immeasurable joy and love to our lives.  He’s funny, quirky, smart, honest, sensitive, laid back and independent.   He has a witty, dry sense of humor that is beyond his years. He’s excelling in school and hasn’t been happier learning in years. He had his first orchestra concert (another cellist in the house) a couple of weeks ago, wrapped up fall baseball last month, and is deep into basketball season (he was thrilled to make the “A” league this year!) He doesn’t miss his middle school youth group meetings and gets up early once a week to meet with friends to study for their crazy hard math class before school. At home he helps with any job or task at any time without complaint – and usually without a word at all. He’s a quiet kid. He continues to impress us with his creations in the kitchen and can’t get over how many of you sent us pictures of “Whit’s Maple Cheesecake”. As y’all know, he loves Elsa with his whole heart. There is no sound like his laughter watching silly pet videos on tic tok. :-) He also logs an insanely ridiculous number of hours playing video games with friends. He is frugal and constantly asks – and then is appalled – at how much things cost. He’s grown up so much this past year, and has a newfound self confidence that we are incredibly thankful to see.

Whit was my rainbow baby and the thing I wanted more than I ever wanted anything in my life. Thirteen years later and I still well up with tears every time I think about how lucky I am to have him.  The fact that he’s a teenager doesn’t make him any less my baby than he was on this day in 2008!

These two couldn’t be more different and, with every passing year, I love seeing little brother pursue his own interests, friendships, sports and hobbies.

I pray that Whit remains grounded in God’s love, and that he knows that his family loves him wholly and unconditionally.  I pray that he continues to know how special he is in his uniqueness and that he never feels pressure to conform or be anyone other than himself.  I pray that he is courteous and chivalrous.  I pray that he realizes you only need one or two good friends, as opposed to a wide circle of acquaintances as he navigates the teens and every year beyond. I pray these dear friends are warm, true, trustworthy and respectful, and that Whit embodies the same qualities in return. I pray that he will value hard work and see the value he brings to every table. And, I pray that he continues to be uninhibited in his happiness and know true joy. 

Happy birthday precious son. I love you more than you could ever imagine.

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8 thoughts on “The “Baby” Turns Thirteen

  1. Have the best year ahead, Whit! 🧑🏼‍🍳⭐️🍰🏀⚾️🧢🎻🛻🎈 You are a fun and interesting young man and radiate joy and kindness. 🤩 Enjoy the Christmas season with your family and Elsa. 🐶 Happy Birthday from San Diego!🌴🌴 Jane P.S. I still miss your bee boots! 😀🐝🐝

  2. I’ve been following your blog for several years. But I’ve just now noticed that John has the same birthday as my father and Whit the same as my mother. Happy birthday to Whit today.

  3. Happy birthday Whit! I’ve been following your mom’s blog way back when and you were more like 3 and not 13. Keep living your life to the fullest. Always be kind and never forget about the kids who struggle in life. You can be someone special to them. God’s blessings on you…..

  4. Happy Birthday to Whit! He has grown into a young man seemingly overnight. With your guidance I know he’s going to continue to grow up into a wonderful young adult.

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