Thirteen

Just a few short minutes ago, at 6:14 a.m. to be exact, my baby boy turned 13!!

How did this happen??

Where did the time go??

Can somebody please send me the customer service number where I can make a complaint about children growing up without their mom's permission??

What's a mom to do? Well, I guess I'll spend this day like I do most others: being so very proud of my amazing son. He's smart, funny, tender-hearted and so good-natured.

I used to joke that he never went through the "terrible twos" and he still hasn't - he just doesn't have a cranky bone in him!

So here are some pictures of my baby. I won't force you to watch the 8-minute slide show!! :)

This last picture was just a few minutes ago. (notice the remnants of the traditional birthday donut cake) He doesn't like to have his picture taken anymore. I had to use my mother's guilt to get this one!

Happy Birthday Joshie. You are one of the best things I've ever done.

Love,

Mom