It’s stunning, really, to think that Levi turns 16 this week. Maybe it’s the fact that we also have a 6 week old baby in the house now, but 16? Seriously?
Levi is a great young man. He and I have had our moments over the past few years. We’re very similar in personality and nature, which leads to a little bit of conflict. Fortunately, as he’s gotten older, I’ve gotten more mature. God’s really done some character building in my heart, and I’m not the same dad I was 5 years ago. Praise the Lord!
Levi is bright and funny, creative and sensitive. He’s got a worshiper’s heart, and I could see him being a worship leader some day. He’s been leading worship for our high school ministry, and has even sung with me on the worship team at midtown. He loves little kids (he’s got to in this house!) and can often be found hanging out with the littles when we head over to friends’ houses. He’s still got the most vivid imagination, and loves superheroes and comics. He’s a fabulous big brother, has a heart for the underdog, and has even learned to control his shouting at the tv as we watch college football.
He had a big day today. I know that his birthday isn’t officially here until the 22nd (just like Bilbo and Frodo, says the LOTR geek) but his presents arrived today, and there was no way we were waiting to give them to him.
Kim’s parents wanted to invest in him as a musician, and Levi’s been playing the bass lately, so they offered to buy him a bass guitar. I was the go-between, harnessing my ebay skills for the good of all concerned. Last week I found a good deal on a used bass, and it showed up on our doorstep today. He spent a good amount of time today downstairs playing it. I can’t wait to see what he does with this! Thanks Boompa and Pappy Ken!
With Levi turning 16, the big talk has been about him learning to drive. Kim has always said that she wanted to buy him a little red convertible Beetle some day. Well, not today. He did, however, find himself with a new set of wheels. He’s going to have to wait until he gets his license before taking it out on the road, but he’s pretty pumped.
That makes 2 of Team Sublett on 2 wheels now. This new (old) bike was delivered by the same midwife who delivered Charlie. I’m pretty sure that qualifies Molly to be an auxiliary member of Team Sublett!
Levi’s sisters got him a tshirt (Regular Show) and some rad vans (cheeseburger) which totally fit his personality. I can’t imagine wearing cheeseburger shoes, but it’s right up his alley.
It’s an absolute blessing to be Levi’s dad. I am blessed beyond words to see the young man he’s becoming.
OK, on to the winner of the comment contest: Charlie had a tough time choosing a winner, so I used the random number generator found here to select an entry from the comments about the perfect family vehicle.
Today’s big winner is Annie Murphy, from the ‘Natti. Congrats, Annie, and thanks to all of you who left a comment. I don’t know that we have consensus about the next Team Sublett ride, but we’re enjoying it!
Annie, I’ll send you an assortment of Team Sublett gear–stickers, maybe a water bottle, and an autographed game worn diaper! Love you!
1 Comment
Annie · September 20, 2011 at 12:00 pm
YES! YES! YES! Yeehaw! Oh my gosh this is great! I hope this comes with a no expense paid trip to SC! I am so excited. And for real, I am excited. I hope something works out with Josh soon. I told Kim I’d deliver it for him!
And happy bday Levi, although I kinda think you are still 10.
Hug every Sublett for me and lets Skype soon.