Beginning with my post yesterday I am writing an open letter to each of my boys. Yesterday I wrote the oldest, Jeremy. Today I am addressing Nate. Nate is a 17 year old senior in high school. Next year he hopes to move away to college. You can read more about Nate at www.nateedmondson.com.
Dear Nate,
Nate, formerly known as Nathaniel, thank you for adding spice to life! Your wit and humor are beyond your years, but that goes well with the equally advanced character and maturity you display. I have always lovingly called you my “weird child”, but the term of endearment is said with the greatest admiration.
I can’t imagine how a person could be anymore gifted with leadership at your age. What you have accomplished this year as president of your school is remarkable. What is even more amazing is that you are so skilled at multi-tasking. Not only are you accomplishing much with school, but you have some amazing church work you are leading, and you find time to keep a well-read blog as well. Your talent for productivity astounds me. You and I are not as relationship-oriented as Jeremy, and yet God has given you a sincere heart for others. You genuinely care for the hurting and would never willingly injure someone. Your passion for Christ and His glory is contagious.
Nate, I can’t imagine the house next year without you in it. It will be much quieter, but somehow I don’t think it will have as much energy. You and I are so much alike. We are best buds, but as you know our likeness sometimes really gets on each of our nerves. (I guess we probably do that to others too.) You started spreading your wings early in life when you decided before the doctors said you were ready that you no longer wanted to drink from a bottle, but requested (by gesturing) a cup like the adults used. You are Mr. Independent. I have simply tried to get out of your way and let you find your way. I know Jeremy will always want to “hang out” with us. I pray you will as well. We love our time with you both.
I love you Nate and I’m incredibly proud to be your dad.
Very sweet to both boys…..cant believe they are all grown up….I know you get plenty of laughter from the two.
Truly like father like son!
Awesome.