Today was Nathan's birthday. It was loud, it was busy, it was crazy but it was sweet. Somehow amidst it all I was able to have small moments of memories. A flash of his birth, his cuddles, his silly faces and his (now growing more frequent) tantrums. It has gone by so quickly and in such a blur it saddens my heart a little. However, with each passing day I get to watch him grow and develop into the amazingperson God has created him to be.
I'm so thankful for Nathan. I'm so thankful for the way he can break a part a stressful moment with a mischievous grin and chuckle.I love his enthusiasm to go forth and conquer and the way he barely grunts when he totally biffs it. I love the way he gets up and keeps trying. I love the curls that collect on top of his head and the way they all bounce around when he runs. I love how when he runs it looks like someone put springs in his feet and the faster he goes the bouncier and more out of control he gets until he finally bounces off a wall or chair or person passing by.
I would never trade the sweetness he has brought into life even after a billion of our worst days together. Because with Nathan, even on his worst day, there is laughter, smiles and hilarity. I love you Nathan...you fill my heart and bless my soul.
Nathan had four cupcakes because he kept
sneaking up the table when we were distracted.
Some sweet friends came to help us celebrate and, as a blessing from God, Chad got off work in time to come join us!
He was SO excited about his new "Word World" books. He just kept saying "ohOH! Woo Woor!" over and over.
Here you can see that party hats make little boys turn into dinosaurs. Rhinoceroses to be exact.
When the day was complete we were all used up so we took some time to watch Word World and cuddle on the couch.I am so thankful to have a Nathan to celebrate.
I am so thankful to have friends to celebrate with. I am so thankful my husband was here with us.
It was a happy day filled with blessings of love and life.
precious
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