Dear Chandler,
I will never forget the day that we went to the hospital to have you. I will never forget when the doctor put you in my arms for the very first time. You snuggled right up into my arms. And then watching daddy hold you, and look at you with such joy on his face.
And now you are 5. The years have flown by. I remember people telling me to cherish the years because they go before your eyes, and they were so right. I cherish everyday that I have with you. You are becoming such a big boy. You have such a big heart. You are always so positive about everything. Your energy is contagious. Your laughter puts a big smile on my face. Your inquisitive mind is just one reflection of who God made you to be. Your sense of humor is just like mine. And I know as you get older we are going to have some great laughs. Your gentleness with everything around you is so amazing.
I dont know what you will be when you are bigger, but I do know that God has his hand on your life. And however he uses you, it will be awesome.
You have brought such joy to our home. The love that you have for your brothers, and little sister (even when you don’t get your way)…well it just makes me proud.
In just one week you will begin yet another chapter in your life…Kindergarten. It makes me cry to think about it still. I know you are going to do great, but is just means that you are growing up. I can’t wait to pick you up after your first day of school and see how it all went, and listen to your detailed stories. 
You really are detailed in everything you do, and very expressive in how you explain things.
I hope you know how much mom and dad really love you. We love you just the way you are. We are so proud of you. I know I have said this before, but the greatest thing in life is to know Jesus. My prayer for you will have a very personal relationship with HIM.
I love you Chandler with all of my heart.
Happy 5th Birthday m sweet baby!
Love,
Mom and Dad
