Braden Turns 12!

My heart can't take it. Braden turned 12. It seems absolutely impossible to be a mom of a 12 year old. He is such a great kid. I love how good he is. Seriously, the best. He's such a good brother to his sisters. I don't think they realize how lucky they are to have him. He plays with them and loves to be with them whether it's jumping on the trampoline, playing outside, or watching a movie. Of course with 3 girls he hardly ever gets his way and most movie nights involve Barbie or Princess movies, but he watches them without complaint. He always makes up games that involve turning the basement into a town and they all create their own stores. He is still the gadgety/technological genius. He knows everything there is to know about all apple products and has such a curiosity to figure things out. He loves getting calls from Grandma and Papa to help solve their computer/phone issues. He's excited to receive the Priesthood but is a little nervous to pass the sacrament. I know he'll do great. I love you bud! I'm so proud of the great choices you make everyday and who you're becoming. Don't stop being awesome! (And yes, he got contacts for his birthday!)