this is my youngest nephew - jacob, jake if you will. he's had a tough morning already and didn't really want me to take the photographs. so i snuck a few as he was unloading his drum kit and backpack out of the backseat of my jeep. it made him laugh as he twisted and turned to avoid me.he's growing up so rapidly, this little man child (so very true). the transition from grade school to middle school. the transition from glasses to contacts (part of why he was having a bad morning - he couldn't get one in.) when did girls become less icky? when did he grow up so fast (very fast)? so fast that it makes my eyes water in the wind that rushes by.
he's a thinker, a worrier, but he loves a good joke. he's learning to be a drummer, a scientist, a man, but he still eats his cereal while lying down (it's true). he's growing taller, wiser and faster than i want. he's shy, and self-conscious but struts his stuff when he thinks no one is watching.
slow down my darling boy, slow down so i can keep up . . . better yet, keep flying my dear one. soar as high as you can go.
There's the rub, yes? Wanting them to slow down, but having to release them to fly...
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i can tell you love this young man so very much. you've painted such a very clear picture of who you see. he sounds like he must be a joy to have around. love this post.
ReplyDeleteoh char , you have made me tear up(must be the wind rushing by) ...thank you for the love that is so evident in your writing today...it is a priceless gift to me.
ReplyDeletethe depth of your love comes through in your words...but i bet there's still a bit more...
ReplyDeleteThis is such a beautiful sweet post. He's a lucky young fellow to have an aunt who cares so much for him!
ReplyDeleteThis is so dear... So very true how quickly they grow up. I love this photo...tell him a chick from LA says his hair is super cool ;)
ReplyDeletethis couldn't be filled with anymore love....how sweet is this boy to be loved by an aunt like you ?
ReplyDeleteI know those feelings well. He looks like a great guy- it's such a wonderful age:)
ReplyDeletethat is a beautiful tribute your nephew, enjoy watching him grow and be all he can be.
ReplyDeleteIt's funny...you have acptured that moment so well...I hear it from so many of my friends with their kids at that stage...I know it will come very soon for us too.
ReplyDeleteHe's adorable...handsome should I say!
You describe that magical point in growing up so well...that point between childhood and adulthood...early adolescence...my favorite age to observe and adore...If I were ever a school teacher I would teach middle school for sure:)
ReplyDeleteYou describe your nephew so lovingly!....and I know how he feels about getting those contacts in...I gave up it was so frustrating!
Jacob is a very lucky boy to have such a loving, insightful, talented aunt. Your love shines through in every word.
ReplyDeletegreat focus!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful words and a sweet photo to go with it. he is so blessed to have you!
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