I found a school paper of Kayden's that I was going to throw away. It was an application to be a peer mentor. I started reading it and was touched by what he wrote. The first question asked them to "describe a person who made a significant impact in your life and what qualities he/she possessed." Kayden's response:
My grandpa has a significant impact in my life. He is strong, helpful, smart and very hard working. I hope to be as hard working and helpful as he is.
It was just a few words, but his response really touched me. His grandpa has been an important part of his life and I was happy that he saw those qualities in him and wants to be like him. What a great role model he is for Kayden - and there isn't anyone better he could grow up to be like! (P.S. -- those are the Grand Tetons behind them. Aren't they beautiful!)
