Jimmy.

He turned 12 yesterday. How did that happen? Where did the last 12 years go? I can't believe I've been a mommy now for 12 years. Amazing. He will start 7th grade in two weeks. I'm excited for him...and a little scared. He will be at a new school and for the time being he will also be around high school kids (they are all on the same campus until the middle school is built). He's shy, so I worry that he won't make friends. I see so many similarities between him and me. It's no wonder we butt heads so much, especially lately. I know he's a normal 12 year-old who's parents annoy the heck out of him, but it doesn't help that he has a bad case of smart mouth. Anyway, I know it will turn around eventually and all in all he's a great kid. How could he not be? He's my son.

Jimmy's never been one to want a large birthday party. He's happy just to spend his day at home, eat his special dinner and open presents. This birthday the poor thing couldn't even sit down comfortably and open his gifts. (We didn't have any furniture at this point, just a couple of kitchen stools.) Plus what does furniture matter when you get $100 from your Yiayia and Papouli?

Jimmy even took the time to read our card. We got him a bow and arrow set (not real), a Nerf crossbow, new towels for his bathroom, a board game, a Chowder DVD, an XBOX game and 

his most favorite gift of all HALO 3. Looks like even Will wants to play this game. Happy Birthday, Jimmy!Good luck in 7th Grade. We know you'll do great. We love you so much.