9 years ago today...

9 years ago today I was giving birth to a beautiful baby boy, my Joseph! After having Andrew who looked like his dad's twin, I was thrilled to have a little one that favored my side of the family. He was beautiful, pleasant, and perfect. Joseph has brought me many many days of happiness, and also challenges throughout these past nine years. A very special boy, who marches to the bit of a tad bit different drum. He is so smart and creative, a one of a kind. Though times are sometimes tough, I'm thankful for those times, because it forces me to open my mind and my heart and step out of my comfort zone. My heart has gone places with him that I never knew it could go, he has taken my love and desire to understand others to a whole new level. He has taught me to accept, not judge, those who are just a little different. And, while I'm still not perfect, it's because of him that I've come as far as I have. Thank you, Lord, for knowing just what you were doing when you placed this blessing, Joseph, into our lives, into my life. I know he is destined for greatness. I pray you will keep him close, protect him, guide him, comfort him, and bless him all the days of his life. Happy Birthday, boo!



"You have filled my heart with greater joy than when their grain and new wine abound" Psalm 4:7