Happy Belated Birthday!

My oldest son turned 6 years old yesterday. He was so excited about his birthday . He even thanked me! Haha. He came into this world at 5:42 PM 14 days early,after I was on bed rest for 15 days. He came after an induction that lasted 20 hours and ended up with an emergency C-section because his rate was dropping and not recovering fast enough. After he was born he spent 2 1/2 days in the NICU for a small hole in heart, that did repair on its own, and breathing issues. I will never forget the joy, love and the tears when I finally got to hold my baby boy with out wires all over and knowing that he was going to be fine. I also will never forget the fear that overcame me in that same moment. He was all mine and now my job was beginning.

The funny thing is 6 years later and those feelings still haven't left. I can still hold him on my lap and I am filled with joy and love. I have lost count over how many times I have shed tears and as he becomes older my fear gets worse. The world is a scary place sometimes.

Happy Birthday Buddy. Mommy and Daddy will always love you. We are so blessed to have you in our lives. We are very proud of the little boy you are and honored to call you or son. Your sense of humor, sensitivity, and caring nature are just a few of the wonderful qualities that you possess.