I can't believe that you turned 10 today! You are my heart, my soul, my passion, and my reason. You have taught my how to love, accept, grow, and be patient. You have taught me to laugh at myself, not be afraid to let my guard down, and enjoy myself in the moment. You are a spunky, energetic, creative, determined, and passionate.
The earliest picture I have of you is the first one I saw, when I knew you would be my forever child. Here you are at the age of 5. Barely weighing 25 pounds and still wearing 2T clothes. From the moment I met you it was evident you were full of energy and had a mind of your own. You would run aimlessly from point to point and had more scraped knees, hands, and elbows to last you a lifetime. More often then not, you also had a skinned nose and bruised face from your adventures. Now though, your energy is focused and driven. You have a purpose and goals. You run with a destination in mind, most of the time, and look to make sure others are following you. When first reading your reports and meeting you, it was evident you were a follower. You didn't have the ability or concept to lead others. Lets be honest, I am not sure you were even a follower as you didn't have the desire or the ability to follow in someones footsteps. 
Today though, you have become a leader. This surprises me as you still struggle to communicate. You still need time to form your thoughts and patience as you are mastering the art of talking, but yet somehow, you have become a leader. You attract other kids, you build friendships around you, you teach the concept of teamwork, and most of all you teach all those around you about hard work and determination. Adults who meet you can't help but smile and comment on how outgoing you are. They can't help but laugh when you start your giggle and enjoy the innocence you bring. 
I am not sure how I was blessed to have such an amazing boy to call my son. You bring happiness, life, and adventures everyday that you get out of bed. You keep all those around you on their toes and yet never expect a thing in return. You love on your friends, console them when they are hurt, always find an empty lap to sit in, and laugh at just the right times. The smirk on your face and light in your eyes shows how much more you understand. 
For a child who is functionally nonverbal, you speak volumes. You have a story to share and will not stop until everyone hears it. You give life lessons through your actions and gestures. You are already impacting everyone you met in more ways then most of us realize and I am so grateful and lucky that I am your mom. I would not be the person I am today if it were not for all you have taught me and you are only 10 years old. I know I will have my hands full with each year that passes but I also realize you have so much to offer and have only started to impact this world in all that you do.
Happy Birthday Baby
Keep on Truckin
Love
Mom
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