18-Years-Old

Jonah turned 18-years-old today.  He has told me over and over that he doesn't like birthdays and he didn't want me to do anything and he didn't want presents. That feels so wrong to me, but I could tell he was serious.  I kept it very low key and didn't bother him with a bunch of pictures. The only thing I could think of to surprise him with was blueberry muffins, he loves those.  I just had the front room set up like this when he came up to watch conference. 

Jonah enjoyed the muffin and Jackson sat like this and begged for his muffin the whole time.

Kyle came over and watched the morning session with us, that was fun. 

Jonah went and watched football and the second session of conference with his friends and then he came home for his birthday dinner.

He chose French toast with whipped cream and strawberries.  I made some bacon and eggs too.  It was delicious. We just sent Jonah some money on Venmo for his gift.  He asked for a low key birthday and he got it.  I think it was a good day for him.

I have a ton of football pictures of Jonah so I'll post some here. 

Jonah has matured a lot this past year.  He has been more kind and helpful at home and spends more time at home.  It has been really nice.  It seems like he is figuring out what is important to him and adjusting his priorities. 

Jonah is committed and hard working.  When he commits to something, he gives it his all.  He has worked so hard at football.  He hates missing out on things because of football practice, but he goes anyway. 

Jonah is loyal.  He will do anything for his friends.  He is always buying food or treats to cheer people up. He is very social and is friends with everyone. 

Jonah is hilarious.  He shares my sarcastic sense of humor.  He is very good at not worrying and stressing about things. 

Jonah loves sports. He knows all of the stats and stays up on all the games.  Jonah loves movies.  Keith loves to watch movies with him. Jonah loves to hang out with his friends.  Jonah is just an all-around great guy.  We are so grateful he is in our family.  This is going to be an exciting year for Jonah.  We are excited to see what he does.  We are just trying to soak up this senior year and enjoy this time with him.