Wednesday, October 01, 2014


Dearest Nico,

I can’t believe you are turning 8!!  Where did the time go, this year is a big year for you NO more booster seat,  you are officially a Big Boy!!  I am so proud of you and the little man you have become; you are such a sweet boy who is always a good friend and the best son we could ask for!

This year was an exciting year in school and sports for you.  You completed the 1st Grade with flying colors and your reading went up 2 levels, we are so proud of you!!!  You amaze me every day when we read together your favorite Magic Tree House book series, the words you learn every day to read is unbelievable.  You also had the best teacher, Mrs. Vonortas, who you adore and adored you so much it’s so cute when you come home and tell me that you stopped by her room in the morning.  You truly are so fortunate to be at Middlebranch where they take care of you all while molding your mind.   Joining the swim team was also a huge milestone for you, you competed for the first time and did awesome we couldn’t be more proud of you and all you have accomplished this year.  It brings tears to my eyes when we watch you swim as we couldn’t be more proud of you.   You also made your first goal this year in Soccer and lead your team with the most goals of the season, 3 so far!!  The look on your face is something I will never forget in my entire life, and we were so proud of you!!!!

This year we also took our first big road trip for our family vacation and how much fun we had driving 2320 miles down the East Coast.  It was a great adventure we will never forget, and all the fun things we did at SeaWorld and spent time with family and great friends!   Remember friends can be as important as family, so remember to treat them as such!  You are so blessed to have so many people in your life who truly love you.

We are so blessed to have such a WONDERFUL son who we love with all our hearts, who is the kindest most loving person I have ever met.  You are such a great friend to everyone and are always thinking of others before yourself.  You are our world who we love more each and every day, if that’s possible!  Always remember, no matter the problem we are always here and love you so very much.

So Happy 8th Birthday Baby Boy, we can’t wait to see what fun adventures we get into this year and beyond!!!

We love you to the moon and back,
Mommy & Daddy