Mom's Birthday Letter to Drew - Age 11

Dear Drew,

This birthday sure snuck up on us all this year with so many things happening, like the pending move.  I realize you're in for some big changes this next year, many of which you are dreading and very upset with your Dad and me.  I hope the day you look back on these letters, you'll find that we made the best decision for our family.

However this past year - your first year in double digits - you continued to shine.  You're now a YouTuber with your very own channel. Your report cards are excellent, and your standardized testing this year (CAASP Test) was darn near perfect!  Not only do you continue to wow your parents, but all those you come into contact with.

Your baseball career this past two seasons (Spring & Tournament/Summer baseball) you reigned #1 for Spring and you continued to improve with the challenges brought by Summer Ball.  It's so fun to see you play - I hope you continue for many years to come.

While you continued guitar lessons for the full year - despite we told you to give it 6months - we're sad to see you turn this down after the move.  We understand and you need to do what makes you happy.  I hope you find a new hobby and it becomes your passion.

I love watching you grow and become a young man.  I know you have faced numerous obstacles this past year, and you continue to shine.  Your Dad and I are so very proud of you.  And so grateful to call you our son.  Keep being who you are.  Never lose sight of what makes you you. 

Love you always,
Mom