Happy #9

My handsome #2 son turned nine years old today.  I checked him out of school for our Bella's Lunch.  We had a blast.  He loved the funny questions I asked him like "who is the hottest girl in your class?"  He did say he would never tell.  He is so fun and full of energy.  I love you Dakota J.  You make Mom and Dad so proud!

Nine things I love about Dakota:

#1 That handsome smile!  It lights up the room.
#2 His kind, kind heart.
#3 He has a silly little giggle that is contagious to whoever is around.
#4 He loves to be good.  I can see it in his face all the time.  It brings him joy as well as his family.
#5 He is good at math.  He figures things out in his head that most have to use a paper for.
#6 I get multiple compliments from teachers, neighbors, friends, and grandparents on what a helper he is.  He sees a need and does it, what a great quality.
#7 Dakota is a quiet observer.  He may not say much, but he is always watching and learning.
#8 He. Tries. So. hard.  He really struggles in reading, but he always gives it his all and has improved sooooo much this year.
#9 He always tells the truth and works hard.  Two of the best qualities in a man according to me, something to be proud of for sure.