On Nov. 9, 2020, my wife, Sam, and I were blessed to welcome our baby boy — Jonah James. He came into the world at 2:22 p.m., weighing 9 lbs. 3 oz. and stretching to 21 inches long. As I write this article, he has just turned six months old, and I can hardly believe it. He’s starting to roll around, babble, and even develop a little personality (although I can only get him to giggle once at the same joke). It’s been an incredible experience watching him develop over these six months. Every week brings something new, and I cannot wait to see what he does next. I’ve often heard people talk about how your perspective changes after the birth of a child. And in some ways, I would agree. My attitude toward the world around me did not change drastically. I certainly did not gain some inherent wisdom after Jonah was born (just ask my wife). What I will say is that my world shrunk. I still see infinite possibilities for myself and my family, but my focus is narrower. What can I do to help Jonah become the best person he can be? How can I help Sam? Luckily for me, I have help. Sam has been the most incredible mom. Whether it’s making sure he gets enough sleep or enough to eat or is hitting his milestones, she’s always on top of everything. She’s read every book or article and watched every video. I am so grateful to have such an amazing partner as we begin parenthood together. I also have great role models. My parents raised four kids and made it look easy. I’m lucky to have them, as well as Sam’s parents, to lean on for help. MEET JONAH JAMES
Selflessness is something I’ve always admired in other people. Putting the needs and desires of others before your own. It’s a trait I’ve seen in my own parents, friends, and coworkers. What having Jonah has taught me is that being truly selfless doesn’t
mean sacrificing everything. I still have ambition and goals, but the motivation has changed. I’m doing it for them now — Jonah, Sam, and whoever else we may be blessed with next.
Love you, Jonah.
– Jonathan Svitak
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