Dear Jayce,

Happy 8th birthday sweet boy!  Can you believe there was a tornado warning on your birthday? We didn’t let that stop us from celebrating you! 

We ate at Cracker Barrel just before the tornado warning came our way. Then we headed to the movies to watch Bad Guys. Jayla was so excited our family had the whole theater to ourselves. We got to ride out the storm while watching the movie! 

When we felt it was safe, you decided you wanted to go shopping. You picked out so many things for your cute puppy, Sarge. You love him very much. He definitely seemed grateful that you spent your birthday money on him! 

We ended the afternoon by stopping at Dairy Queen for some ice cream. Then we rushed to our new farm to see what damage came from the storm! Thankfully, the damage wasn’t too bad. Despite the weather, we had a great day together.

I’m so thankful for God’s protection on your birthday and every day. We all love you very much. Your tender heart finds ways to make sure everyone around you is smiling!

I hope you have a wonderful year. Stay sweet and keep learning about Jesus. I know He’s going to help you each step of the way and take you so far in this life. 

Love Always, 

Mommy 

Jayce’s Birthday Interview:

How old are you? 8
What is your favorite food? cake pops 
What do you hope you never have to eat again? broccoli 
What is your favorite thing to do? swimming and playing on the playground
What is your favorite animal? dogs  
What makes you happy? being with Mommy 
What is the best memory from when you were 7? spending time with Mommy 
What is one thing you’d like to do while you are 8? go to the beach 
What would you like to do when you grow up? help people fix their houses after a tornado 
What is your favorite song? Speak Life by TobyMac 
Where is your favorite place to eat? Texas Roadhouse 
What is your favorite book? I love math books.
Where would you like to go on vacation? Disney World or Bald Head Island 
What would you like the world to know? I love God and everyone. 

Joshua 1:9 – Have not I commanded thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest.