July 14, 2023

Southern IL part 2 - Caleb is 12!

We made it back to Illinois a couple days before Caleb’s 12th birthday, and enjoyed a fun day celebrating our eldest. Caleb has matured a lot this year and is growing into a fine young man. Caleb has a big heart, loves his siblings, and he is a loyal friend. He loves to read, watch animae, and has a new love for shoes, especially Nike Jordans.We started the day with his favorite birthday breakfast of cinnamon rolls, bacon, and fruit.
Next, he opened gifts from family.


Caleb was excited to get a pair of Jordan’s that we got for him before we left Turkey, and all the gifts he received.

We were going to rent canoes and kayaks at Little Grassy Lake for his birthday, but instead we rented a pontoon boat and we had a fun day riding around and swimming in the lake.









Happy 12th birthday Caleb, we love you!

1 comment:

Mom and Dad R said...

Happy 12th Birthday Awesome Caleb :) we love you very much and are so happy you were able to celebrate in Illinois :) looks like a very fun day snorkeling for our boy. You have grown so much this last year - we are excited to see what the next year brings you. Happy Birthday Sweet Boy - have the best time. Tons Of Love ….
Grandma Sue and Grandpa Art