My oldest son Jay, moved out today.
It’s beyond time. More than, beyond.
I can’t quite articulate how I feel about this. Happy for him. Excited for him. Thrilled.
He isn’t far, and we’ll see him often.
Jay, the world is one amazing place. I am so glad, you are going to experience it.
Thank you for all your help. Thank you for your funny jokes, your spelling genius and the wealth of knowledge you share with us.
We love you.
Be well.
It was snowing like crazy that February day in 1991. Not the blizzardy snow piling up kind of storm, but blustery and swirling around big flakes kind of storm. The kind that almost forces you
to stand to watch its brigade marching forth. It was almost noon, and I was busy.
I am not exactly sure what I was doing to be honest. I wish the details framed my mind with more clarity.
I was pregnant with Victoria. She was due the first part of May.
The telephone rang and a conversation flitted across the phone lines. My half sister- Barbara was in trouble. Through a series of events which are not my story to tell, it had come to the conclusion of a collection of people that my Sister, wasn’t capable of raising her children on her own, anymore. Her husband had been removed from their home, and she was not in a good place.
Honestly and truly I didn’t know my sister that well. I had not spent much time with her, for a number of reasons. But that cold February day, I got in my car and headed to Salt Lake, driving as fast as I could, not sure what to expect.
Jay was three and Hans was 18 months old. Very cute, very mischivious, children. I packed them in my car and drove home, with out a glimmer of understanding as to what their future would hold.
Today, Jay turned twenty one. He has been in my home a majority of his life. He is bright, capable and intelligent. I can’t quite believe that he is already at this juncture. Though things don’t really change on a dime, just because a birthday tics by. This is a mile stone of sorts for him, and I am excited, really excited about his future and the possiblities that are out there for him.
Quietly pushing, Jay. I am encouraging you to forge your way through this life. Find the things that intrest you and make them your own. Explore new horizons, face your challenges with the courage we both know you have.
Use your talents for good in this world. Remember that service is the key to happiness and that forgiveness is the cornerstone of peace. Embark on your journey with tenacity and efforts and you will be rewarded with those things you are looking for.
Carry with you the promises of Heleman.
Happy Birthday son.