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13 years ago marks the day our baby boy was born! It was by far the most definable moment in my life. A moment in which I will hold dearly to my heart; A moment in which my life was forever changed...for the better. I know I speak for both Mitch and I when I say there isnt anything better than welcoming this amazing little soul into our hearts and lives that day.  Caleb you have brought this family together and have made us better people because you are in it. I dont know what is more special than to be able to say that about him.Caleb has been such a blessing from the moment of his birth to now. Being able to be a part of his life, my life has been blessed.

Caleb you are now a teenager. I have a hard time saying that word but in alot of ways you have already shown such maturity that age doesnt matter. You are such a responsible young man already. I am simply amazed by so many of the qualities you have been given by our Heavenly Father to help guide you in this life. You show leadership, trust, honesty and such love. Your compassion for others and sensitivity will teach you charity.Your bright soul and intellingent mind will help you make decisions that will help you in your future. Your funny humor and love to laugh will keep you real. I see how smart you are and I hope that you use it to your best ability to one day take care of a family. I love that you wear your heart on your sleeve. I am grateful for your testimony of the gospel and pray that it will be a beacon to you and that you will someday serve a mission and change lives like it has for our little family. I believe in your dreams and I know you will accomplish anything you put your mind to. Thank you for being such a great student and taking your studies seriously. I am so proud of you. I have enjoyed watching you play baseball and succeed at something you are passionate about. You are a worthy priesthood holder and I know you will be a great example to your sisters and to your friends. I am crying now just thinking of what an amazing person you are.I am truly so blessed to be your mama. And I know that Dad feels the same way about being your father. I pray that you will stay true to who you are and who I know you have the potential to become. This is my prayer for you.

Now if only I can get you to stop growing up so fast!