Hudson Turns 12

Happy Birthday my (not so) Little Man! 

So; this is 12!  

You're incredibly funny; always quick with a comeback and your laugh is one of my favorite sounds.  

You are caring; an empathetic soul. This can be hard to handle in social settings at your age, but you love your family, animals and others who pour into you. You root for your people and want everyone to succeed. 

New experiences make you nervous. You're learning to embrace the scary and unknown with some confidence and give it your best shot.  When you stay calm and positive, you get great results.

You are one busy boy! You love to be active; Bowling, Pokemon, Basketball, Video/Tablet Games, Watching TV, Scouts, Vacation Adventures and Being with your family, friends and pets.

Naive can come across as negative but I love the fact that your favorite Youtube videos are bowlers, bloopers and cute dog videos. I want you to stay young and innocent for as long as possible.  

You are emotional and often wear your heart on your sleeve. Those around you know when you're happy, angry, sad, glad, tired or excited.

Whether it's bowling, basketball, backyard football, recess games or anything physical, you're Athletic/Sporty. You are competitive and you're learning to be a good sport; win or lose.

Like your mom; you are Talkative. I love hearing your stories, recaps, jokes, and thoughts.  

You are a snuggler; you like your hugs, snuggles and comfy time with those you love.

-----------------------

I love you so much and feel so blessed to have a front row seat watching you grow! Cheers to another year of adventure, athletics and fun! I can't wait to see you continue to learn and grow as you take on all the challenges and opportunities ahead. 

Stay Strong in your faith and you'll do amazing. Ephisians 2:10 

----‐-----------------

Hudson's Top 12

1. Bowling

2. Playing the Trumpet

3. Family time

4. Basketball

5. Sleeping

6. Watching Football

7. Boy Scouts

8. Wii 

9. Going to the Beach

10. Pokemon Go

11. Playing with the dogs

12. Playing in the water

Hudson's Favorites

Food: Chicken Nuggets or Taquitos and Cucumbers

Dessert: Ice Cream or Lindor Chocolate Bar

Sport to play: Bowling

Sport to watch: Football

Artist: Morgan Wallen and Max McNown

Color: Red

Team: Kansas City Chiefs

Bowler: Packy Hanrahan and EJ Tackett

Activity: Snuggling under a blanket and watching You Tube

Snack: Doritos, Goldfish, Fruit Blox

A picture Glimpse into the year:

Bowling

 Hudson just finished his first full year of competitive bowling. After dabbling in league play and competitions last year, he went all in this year. Participating in the junior league at Tigard Bowl and competing in Junior Bowling Tour (JBT), Oregon Junior Classic (OJC), and Superplay Scholarship Tournament Series (SSTS). 

                                            Here is a snippet of his strikes throughout the season

His Bowling Team at Tigard Bowl placed 1st this year

At Superplay he leveled up from Silver to Gold and placed 7th, 5th and 1st throughout the season.

At the JBT he played a sport shot pattern and performed well-shooting a new high score of 232. He made the semi finals, ended 104 overall 

At OJC he dabbled in doubles and singles. His best singles tournament had him ending in the step ladder finals, finishing in second place and qualifying for the Tournament of Champions (TOC).

TOC ended in a big win. Hudson finished the main round in 3rd place which meant he made the cut. He had a first round bye in the stepladder finals. Then proceeded to win the next three matches. He has now earned a banner and a crown that will be displayed at all future OJC tournaments until he graduates High School or chooses to stop competing.

Dad-1 year

1 year ago, (4/29) morning, everyone woke up to the news of Mike Kay's passing. However, the family knew the truth; 11:11 pm 4/28 will forever be etched in our hearts.

Dad,

How has it already been 365 days?! I've needed you more than you can imagine over the past year. It has been the hardest year of my life, with attacks from every angle. Thankfully, your strength, determination, drive, stubbornness, fierce loyalty and love all made its way to me and I've had that to lean on.

What I wouldn't give for one more hug, bitch session, cribbage game, project or kick ass motivational speech. I'm trying to apply all the lessons you taught me; to tell the truth, hold firm to my beliefs, keep my cards and friends close yet my enemies closer, lean on God, uphold the family name and never give up...Kay's don't quit!

You left a legacy of love and a huge hole down here. I hope you're looking down and proud of where we're all at.

Spent some time reflecting over the year with you in the Rose Garden tonight

Enjoyed a shot in honor of you

Always down for a good time