10 things about my 10 year-old

My older son has just turned 10 and I want to commemorate the occasion with a top 10 list of things I love about him.

1. He's the easy child. Yes, he has his frustrating moments, but he listens to us when we ask him to do something the first time, goes to bed when he's supposed to, gets ready for school or for bed on his own, does his chores, etc.
2. He has a great sense of humor and an adorably contagious laugh.
3. He loves all things pop culture related.
4. He's such a good big brother to both his siblings.
5. He's incredibly affectionate and always ready with a hug or a kiss. He's always the first to hug relatives and friends, as well.
6. He's so easy to talk with and keeps an open mind about things.
7. He's always excited to go to school and to share with us what he's learned.
8. He has a strong moral compass and can decide for himself if something is right or wrong.
9. He loves to read. Need I say more? ;)
10. When he finds something he likes to do, he really tries to pursue his passions.

I could go on and on, but I hope this list paints a picture of the amazing kid who first made me a mother!