Birthday Boy

My baby boy is going to be eight!

I remember well the night/morning he was born.  We were on our way home from ballet and I had to stop by some one's house to pick up three outfits.  Two said big sister and one said baby brother.  I was having my mom and sister over for dinner.  I was going to make spaghetti.

When I got home, I just wasn't feeling good.  We ordered pizza instead.  I am almost positive it was a Wednesday night because it was the season premier of Lost.  Well, right after dinner our cable went out.  We were a little distressed by that!   But, a little while later it really didn't matter much because I was pretty sure I was in labor.

So, we headed up to the hospital.  Which actually worked out pretty well.  While I was in triage having contractions, hubby was in the lobby watching Lost.  Now that may sound a little insensitive.  But, trust me, it isn't!  I do much better on my own.  I don't need anyone rubbing my head or talking to me.  I was a little disappointed that I couldn't go watch!  He would come to the room during commercials and tell me what was happening.  Of course, after the show, he stayed in the room with me.

I was in labor for about 12 hours.  Boop arrived about 7:30 in the AM.  It was a little hairy toward the end.  There was some pressure problems etc. but it all turned out beautifully.  My mom was there and a few hours later his big sisters joined him in my hospital room.  (When I look at pictures from that day, it is crazy to me how young everyone was.  LM was 2 1/2 and NG was 4 1/2).

I do remember he just fit right into the family.  Such an easy baby.

He really is a blessing to our family.  He has such a servant's heart.  He wants to help.  He loves to learn.  And he asks tons of questions.  He is a hugger and he loves to be near.  He is very affectionate and a tad bit sensitive.  With all these girls around he is going to make a great husband some day!

We are celebrating his birthday this week.  We had a family dinner this past Sunday and he had a great time with his cousins.  He got a model airplane and a remote controlled helicopter and a yo-yo.  He loves them and is so thankful for them.  And has been playing with them all constantly.

This weekend my mom and brother are coming to celebrate.  And on Monday hubby will take him to an airplane museum and out to lunch.

I am so, so thankful for my baby boy and what he adds to our family . . .