Someday, he'll be taller than I am...

Back at school in Eugene now and missing this "lil' fella" as the fam-bam calls him. Really though, he ain't so lil' anymore. This stud just turned 12 and started middle school and I wish I could be there to be that advice-giving, meddling big sister - however, I know this smart, dapper young lad will be just fine. Although his busy middle-schooler schedule kept him quite consumed over winter-break, I still captured a few fun moments with my baby brother, Jake.

{Before his saxophone debut in his first band concert.}

Although he probably couldn't stomach admitting that he misses his totally awesome big sis, I'm sure he longs for my smothering embraces and surprise ninja attacks.

Hope to see you soon, J.