Sterling

I wish I could post a recent picture of my Ster.  But pull the camera out and he hides his face or makes stupid faces.  I know I've mentioned the...um...fun times that Sterling and I have.  I love that kid so much - yet he can drive me crazy faster than greased lightning!  He is growing up so fast - he is probably 3 inches shorter than me now.  He's quite hefty.  Although he isn't book smart, he is one smart cookie.  He's also a sassy kid that is already acting like a teenager.  Heaven help us!  He argues over everything.  He is stubborn.  He is so precious.  He makes me laugh over the funniest little things.  He melts me because he still likes to hold my hand when we are walking places.  He has a funny sense of humor.  I just love that kid!  Even when I want to throw my arms up in the air out of frustration.

We left him up in Idaho with Tim's mom and sister.  For a month.  With all the arguing that Sterling and I do, I thought I'd be thrilled to give him and kiss and a hug and a goodbye!

But I seriously cried like a baby when we pulled away.

I LEFT MY CHILD FOR A MONTH!

I still can't believe that he is gone for a whole month!  I can't believe I actually agreed to that! 

He has been gone for a week at a time and I usually call and check on him daily.  And I've been okay with that.  BUT A MONTH?  What was I thinking?

Tim says it is preparing me for scout camp next year.  Whatever. 

I miss him.