Eric Thomas

Eric Thomas was born as a very sturdy boy. He was 8lbs 14oz. and 22in long From day one he was a very good baby and as he became a toddler he was a very compliant child. Not that we didn't have to discipline but it took little discipline for him to mind. He always had people laughing with his giggle. He loves to laugh. When his brother and sister came into the picture he welcomed them and has loved them dearly. He didn't like it when they cried and did what he could to make them stop. As he started school I saw how much of a perfectionist he is. He wants it to be right the first time. He strives for the best and gets upset with himself when he falls short.
At the age of 5 Robert and I were able to lead him to the Lord. What a blessing that was!
At the age of 4 he started to play soccer and now has such a passion to play. He is actually very talented when it comes to soccer. He has his first game this Sat and he is more than excited. The World Cup put him in 7th heaven!!!
He even played football and enjoyed it but prefers soccer still. He has a love for the NFL and follows his team the Giants to the very end of the season. As soon as the NFL season is over he begins counting down the days til next season. The boy understands the sport so well. At 7 years old he was arguing the calls along side his dad.
He is a very dependable and reliable child. If he is told to do something I know it will get done right and right away. At times I find myself relying on him too much.
The trait that stands out most to me is his humor and ability to have a fun time. It started out as a quirky and awkward humor, that at times seemed annoying. Lately I have seen how he truly does make me laugh so much. Not only do I find myself laughing around him but almost anyone who truly gets to know him will be laughing as well. I love how he makes the room feel so happy and care free. He definitely has a lot of his daddy in him when it comes to the humor.
He LOVES to play pranks on those he loves. He must love me a TON since I fall victim to his pranks many times over. I at first feel so upset that he "got" me but find myself laughing right along with him. After all, his giggle has never gone away and it still makes me laugh.
I also love to watch him with his baby sister. He loves and adores her and wants to protect her. What I love is when Audrey comes out of her room dressed and ready to go and I tell her, "Wow, you look really cute!" and her response is "Eric helped me pick it out!" She asks his advice for clothes and how her hair looks. He is so gentle and sweet at telling her it doesn't look good and maybe try this instead! He has even painted her toe nails for her! I see that he will make a very good husband some day but in a very long time!
He truly has a desire to have a relationship with God and is so open to learning more and more about him. I love that he desires this. Recently he has seen some answers to prayers and he has lit up when he found out they were answered.
I thank the Lord each and every day for my first blessing!