Double Digits

Somewhere along the way Zach decided to grow up. He reached a milestone this past weekend that has got me thinking more about a few things. He's 10! Can you believe it? I certainly cannot! In 2 years he'll be passing the sacrament. In 6 years he'll be DRIVING! In 9 years he'll be submitting his mission papers! STOP! Why can't he stay like this forever?

Zach actually had a pretty cool birthday this year. His birthday just happened to fall during a soccer tournament in Cape May, New Jersey. So he got to play soccer, go to the beach, and have a party with his friends. (Although this was all part of the soccer tournament activities, we just made it out to be a birthday party. Clever, I know.)

I'm still learning how to use my sports mode on my camera so here a a couple that turned out. (There were a lot that didn't!) Zach plays left mid-field this year and he's AWESOME! He contributes so much energy and excitement to the game, not to mention a few goals.

Here's to a great game and GREAT brother!

After the game we spent a little time at the beach. The water wasn't warm enough to swim in, but plenty warm to walk in and spash around in. I love the ocean. I love looking out so far that the earth seems to just end. It's absolutely breathtaking, even if it is at the Jersey Shore.

So Happy Birthday Zach! We love you and are so proud of you. You make my heart go pitter-patter just thinking about how much I love you. We have a lot to squeeze in over the next 9 years. Let's start checking off your list! I can't wait to share them with you.