JACOB

Jacob turned 12 in August which was very exciting in that he received the aaronic priesthood. He was very excited to "finally have a calling" as he put it. He goes to visit families with Dave, collects fast offerings, and passes the sacrament. He really tries to be the best he can. We are very proud of him. He (usually) is very kind to his sisters and is a cheerful helper. He is a very conscientious student (I should say nervous). The last test he took he thought for sure he failed and wouldn't even look at the results when the teacher handed it to him. When I asked how he did on his test, he just handed it to me upside down (he still hadn't looked at it). I turn it over and it says 104%. He is the biggest worry wart about everything. But we will say conscientious. His favorite subject in school is History and civics. He made the basketball team (which he was sure he wouldn't), and was a starter as point gaurd. He loves that game, but is starting to like football even more. He goes to play with the men in the ward every Saturday morning with Dave. Lets just say they don't play easy on him anymore. Jacob's other concerns include; will he ever get taller, will his teeth grow in, will he be able to get rid of his belly, etc. For all his concerns though, he is the most confident kid and enjoys making people laugh. He works to keep us all happy, and we love him for it!