Breakfast with Sweet Elijah

Posted August 4th, 2009 by jared

A favorite part of my day is sharing breakfast with Elijah. He and I share breakfast together almost every weekday; this tradition originated many years ago. Typically, I leave for work around 7am. Elijah's internal alarm clock goes off between 6-7am. Over the years, he has slept through our breakfast date only a few times -- which is really bothersome for him (and me too). Sometimes, he's sleeping when I start eating cereal. He'll hear the sound of silverware against the ceramic bowl, hop out of bed, and sleep-run into the kitchen to eat together. Occasionally, we'll both wander into the kitchen about the same time. Other times, he will be reading a book while waiting for me. Then there are special days like today. As I was getting ready for work, I heard the faint beeps of the microwave. When I entered the kitchen, there was smiley Elijah sitting at the table with two freshly prepared breakfast sandwiches for us to share.

Breakfast with Elijah

On August 13th, 2009 Mom (not verified) says:

What special moments. Elijah is a special boy. Jared, I know there is no better father than you. I am proud of you both.

Every day I am thankful that Heavenly Father blessed me with a son--I love you so much.

I love you, too, Elijah. Thank you for taking such care of your dad!

Thanks Mom! I love you too.

On August 15th, 2009 jared says:

Thanks Mom! I love you too.

breakfast with Elijah

On August 4th, 2009 Grandpa Anderson (not verified) says:

What a great image your description of breakfast with Elijah brings to my mind. I think that is really a great tradition to have. I hope you can continue it. He will remember those times all his life. And, so will you. Good job. I love you. Dad

Elijah is one blessed boy.

On August 4th, 2009 Mom J (not verified) says:

Elijah is one blessed boy. Time with dad is precious.

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