Today is my nephew’s birthday. He’s 2. I haven’t seen him since last November, and even though I’ll get to see him again this Thanksgiving, I miss him so much it gives me little tummy aches. I talk to his parents on the phone frequently. His mom and I have those marathon, three-hour conversations that perpetuate the male belief that women live to talk on the phone. I adore her. And my brother is one of the best people I’ve ever known. He continues to give me faith that there are quality men in the world.

But Jack. Well, Jack has my heart. Anytime I’m having a bad day, or worry that I’ll never have my own babies, or just need reminding that the world is a good place, I go to my home computer and look at the picture of him in his dragon costume from last Halloween. He’s so cute I want to chew on his little cheeks.

So here’s to Jack. The apple of my eye. The only person on the planet who makes me tear up just at the thought of him. The soul I think of when I need faith in humanity. Bless you, little dude. And happy birthday!

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