Six years ago he made us parents.
He has taught us the very best of what parenthood is made of.
Yes, since that day in July, six years ago, our little dirt-ologist has taught us ever so much using his own little language of love.
His language is kind of a mystical, spiritual, heartfelt language that goes as deep as his little boy soul can go. It consists of his lock-eyed gazes that end in magic shy grins or thought provoking questions. And chubby little dimpled fingers smoothly rubbing wrists or hands as he snuggles in close. And let's not forget the hugs he gives -- the tightest, warmest, strongest little man hugs that will rock you to your very core and summon all the clarity in the world in that moment.
Other parts of his alphabet include him being the world's biggest tease. As soul quenching as his quiet moments can be, he can turn on his flip side and laugh the world's best and loudest belly laugh at the silliest things.
He is fearless. Truly has not shown a real fear of anything. But rather than be proud of that fact, or boast, just helps others understand his rational way of thinking through something that could be perceived as "scary".
He is the world's best helper. No joke, that kid loves to work. If he's unhappy or mercilessly teasing - give that boy a job. Something to achieve - Some Everest to summit. He thrives on it. Loves it. Rocks it. Hand him a wrench and let him turn it -- he'll probably create something amazing.
He goes against the grain sometimes, and he kind of digs it. I love that he doesn't care about Pokemon cards just because the other kids in the hood are into them. He likes what he likes and he doesn't adhere to anyone else's perception of what he should like. At such a young age -- that really makes me starry eyed. Strong and solid with just a pinch of weird = Our rad boy Kael.
He has a heart of gold. Seriously, my brother-in-law told us after watching him, "You know, he is a little boy. He makes mischief and he's loud and gets dirty; but you don't ever have to worry about his heart." Goodness flows from this little man. I hope he always continues to choose kindness.
But mostly I hope he knows how much we love him. Six magical years. We're gonna "SAIL-ebrate" on the boat with cousins today and hit his favorite restaurant tonight - all his choice.
I think that's about perfect for our summer time six-year-old.
XO Forever, Kael & Happy 6th Birthday!
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