Wally Is Eight!

And I can't believe it. Where is the time going?
I love you, my talented, amazingly imaginative, creative to the hilt, scarily observant, handsome, and masterfully charming little boy.

You changed the foundation of my world the second you entered it, and I can not imagine the person I would be had you not done that.

You keep me focused, and striving to be unselfish.
You have taught me to look at the world through different eyes.
You have shown me that it is impossible, and unfair to judge others.
You have given me eternal perspective.
You have kept me on my toes, and you have kept me on my knees.
I never knew what it was to pray with all the intent of my heart like I know now.
Your spirit is unafraid of taking on the challenges of a mortal world.
You are the trail blazer in our family, and you do a good job as Mom and Dad's guinea pig.
You, and your siblings are our priority.
We want so desperately for you to have happiness in this life.
We know that you can find that through the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
We know that if you live striving to stay close to your Heavenly Father, you will live with him again.
We know your decision to be baptized in a few weeks is a good choice.
We know he knows you.
We ask him to help us raise you.
We know he loves you.

We LOVE you too.

Happy Birthday Wally.