Johnson Journal

My "big shugs" (like sugar) will turn ten in twelve days! Jared is so sweet and smart! I am so proud of the young man he is turning into! He is a wonderful big brother to his two little sisters! He is a great help to mom and dad, too! He has such a tender heart! I could go on and on...but instead I'll just update a little of what he's been up to lately.

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Jared just finished up his second season of Upwards basketball. He has really improved a lot from last season, and was one of the team's top scorers this year! He has a real passion for sports, and I think basketball is one that he could really excel in if he keeps it up! (*A REAL PASSION! He loves all things sports! He has a fantastic memory for sports facts, and loves listening to, watching, and reading about them. I can totally see him in a career that deals with sports in some form or fashion.)
















Jared also continues to do very well in school. He has gotten A's all year long, continues to love reading, and never seems to have any problems with his schoolwork. This year, he decided to enter the Science Fair and Art Fair at school. He tested several different cups to see which kept water the coldest. Although everyone received a ribbon for participating, he got "honorable mention"- which we thought was great!

















Jared has continued working on moving up in the Cub Scout ranks. With Steve as his den leader, he just earned his Webelos badge. After one more year, he will move on to Boy Scouts. He told me on the way back from the Blue & Gold banquet Saturday night, that he has decided to go all the way to Eagle Scout because, "Scouting is just a good thing and it makes you feel good and helps people and the environment." I guess you can't argue with that!

















I especially love how he is so sweet to his sisters, Lauren and Lindsey! Just like he did with Lauren, he lights up whenever he sees Lindsey and is always happy to "babysit" her while I take a quick shower, or help out in whatever way he can with her. He is going to make a great daddy and husband one day!! I have never seen a sweeter brother than Jared. He has NEVER "picked on" Lauren or been purposefully mean to her in any way! He always tries to make peace if they disagree about something, and he just loves having her as a friend to play with!!

















It really amazes me that Jared is about to be 10 years old already! It makes me VERY sad to think that he will be going away to college in 8 more years! I don't understand where the time goes! Thank you, Lord, for giving me such a sweet boy...even if it's only for a little while!!