Hi Papa,

It’s been a few weeks since I last wrote you so I wanted to catch you up. Right now I’m watching you sleep and get ready to wake up. I do think know how to describe the love or connection that we have. I feel like you know who I am already and I love you more than I could ever describe. You’re currently 10 months and are full of love and happiness. 

My first father’s day was a good one, we went to the beach and we had some Acai bowls which is my new thang. We went to Santa Cruz beach boardwalk and walked around the stores until we decided on a place to chill. My papa used to take us there when we were little and I think that is why I have such a love for the water and Santa Cruz so I wanted to share that with you. You were a little shy and you held on close which made me feel good as you were very observant with your eyes and ears as you would hear the laughter and yells from the kids that were around us. I went in with you to about my knees and then I would walk out and look at you to see how you were doing and I think you liked it. I dipped your toes in the sand and you first did your big toe then slowly put both feet down. It was a good day for me and I loved being with you and mommy as she also supports my happy place. 

The following week I believe we got to see your uncle Matt and Lauren at their beach house for there beach week. It was great seeing them and introducing them to you. I’ve known Matt and his family since I was 11 years old that’s 20 years of friendship but he is a brother to me after that many years and he has been a great person to me and mommy over the years. We got to see his parents and Marky who is like a little brother to me is doing great playing ball overseas. It was a great time with them as they are so nice and calm. 

Next you got to see your great grandfather Don Cande as he is called. They made the trip from El Centro. You got to hang out with Noah and Bella your cousins along with the crazy girls Wendy, Rosa and Angela. We made some food on the grill and just had a good time. It’s always good to be around family. 

Z right now things are going good. We are house hunting and are nervous and anxious but at the same time excited as we want to have our own home for you. 

BTW I think your mom kicked you out of our bed recently idk if this was before or after your baptism but you have adjusted well. I think you needed your own space cuz you do sleep all crazy but I do miss sleeping next to you everyday. 

Lastly it’s been 6 months since my Tio Robert was taken away from us and there still hasn’t been any leads to the case. It’s crazy because it’s been 6 months already and I know  my family wants closure so that they can stop hurting. Life is to short and it’s to precious.

I know that was a lot of stuff and it was all over the place but I had to update you on everything. 

Mommy and I love you to the moon and back. 

Love you,

Daddy