The day is here. I am officially the mother of a one year old. That’s so weird to me…
One year ago today we were anxiously awaiting the birth of our baby boy. We truly had no idea how much he would rock our world – but God knew what he was doing. Barrett James has taught us so many things… from joy to gut-wrenching fear, excitement to patience (kind of ;)), and anxiousness to an unconditional love I don’t believe a person can understand unless they have a child of their own.
It was a rough 12-ish hours for me… and a few of those were pretty rough on him also, but he was determined to make his appearance July 18, 2014 (and cut Honey’s trip short). He showed his stubbornness and determination before he was even born and has continued to do so every day. He tests our patience but is so smart, sweet, and happy – and he makes every day an adventure. I’m so thankful every day that God chose us to be his parents.
It is so crazy how quickly life can change. I went from this….
To this…
and he went from this…
to this…
In less than 24 hours.
I truly believe that God has a plan and we have to learn to let go and let God. This precious baby has taught me how to do exactly that. Just when I feel like I am at my wits end – he shows me the light at the end of the tunnel. Barrett and I have gone through stages together that I thought we would never get through. I remember several times throughout this first year thinking I simply couldn’t do it anymore – whatever “it” happened to be. But then this sweet boy would flash those baby blues at me and I was reminded that God has a plan.
There have been so many fun, memorable moments!
and that smile melts my heart…
Barrett James – I cannot believe that it has already been a year since we met you. I thank God every day for blessing us so much. You are my sunshine and I love you!