Dear Jacob,
As you set out on this next phase of your life, there are a few things that I would like to share with you...
I am so proud of you, and the courage it takes to get up and move away from what is so familiar. As I mentioned to you earlier, you are the first person in our family (for a few generations) to leave California for more than a vacation!!
You have made graduate school a huge priority in your life, and it has already opened doors for you. Your dedication to your education, not knowing exactly where it will take you is inspiring to me, and makes me want to be better and do better for myself.
Your presence in our lives (mine, Justin's and Brennan's), and especially your physical presence these last few months has deepened my wanting and knowing of family. Both the family I know and the family I am creating.
You are an inspiration to me, and I love you and miss you already!!
This blog is a gift to you from all of us. We will share with you over the next days, weeks, months our thoughts, pictures, easy recipes, favorite wines, new shoes, first words...
Much love,
K
