Well, we have had a busy day celebrating Thomas' 9th Birthday. He has been so excited for this day to come. Ever since Steven's birthday last month all he has talked about is having his own birthday party and who he was inviting. Even at school yesterday, he was so excited to pass out cupcakes for his birthday. He asked us yesterday on the way home if any of us were going to tell him happy birthday yesterday and we laughed and told him that his birthday was the 7th not the 6th, he just said,"Oh, OK." We went to breakfast today and then had his party this evening. He was so proud and excited for his birthday. Someone told me yesterday at school that they have never seen a child get so excited for their birthday before. Then, I thought to myself, that is because he has a lot of birthday to make up for, ones where there was no celebrating, but only the words, Happy Birthday.
Dear Thomas,
Wow, my baby boy is 9 years old. You are growing up so fast on me. You are so excited for each birthday, but I have such mixed emotions. I am happy to be celebrating your birthday with you, but sad that you are now another year older and growing up on me. I also can't help to think about the birthdays that I missed. The ones where there wasn't a party, or a present but just the words Happy Birthday. I think of how you have grown since you have been here and the many changes you have went through. You are my "baby boy", and your dad and I love you so much. I see a beautiful boy growing up so nice and trying so hard. I see the excitement in just the simple things that you do or things people say to you. I see things that many take for granted, but you embrace so and hold on so tight to so that you enjoy each moment. Deep down, I know you remember what it was like to do without, that is why you enjoy things so much. I see so many things in your future and everything that you have going for you. You have so many talents you aren't even aware of yet, you are so special. I truly love being your mommy, and I know that you love being my son. I love the simple looks that you give, or that wonderful smile that you have that shows from ear to ear. I also love the tenderness in your heart when you are helping others, especially when others may not quite expect it. You make me proud! I may not have been there on the day you were born, but please trust me when I say that on that day, you were born in my heart. God knew that I would be your mommy one day, and he knew exactly when that day would be. I thank God for you Thomas each day and the fact that he has blessed me with the honor of being your mommy! I love you and Happy Birthday!
Love,
Mommy
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