I remember hearing about his big, strong name before Julius Maximus was born and then meeting a beautiful baby boy with blue eyes and rosy cheeks. He was adorable in every way. And then when he started talking, he had a cute raspy little voice.
I remember being in the kitchen in Green Bay when Julius was a toddler, and Brooke had given him some juice. He took a sip, raised his cup and shouted "dewicious!" with so much gusto. It was so funny to hear such a big word come out of a little guy.
I also remember how entertaining and sweet it was to watch Jasmine and Julius play together when they were very young. They were so close in age and spirit.
When Julius got a little older, he started asking me if "Uncle Mike" was coming when I visited them in CA. Whenever Mike was able to join us back then, he always loved playing with Julius. Throwing him up in the pool and going down the slide together. Julius was so playful, fun and sweet. Such a wonderful kid. We adore him and will remember him always.
