Jon Maxwell came bursting into our lives. five pounds, twelve ounces, nineteen inches long, and five weeks and two days before his due date. He was greeted by his mom, dad, nana, aunt kenz, and his team of NICU doctors and nurses. A few minutes later, Grandpa Jon arrived from Seattle. We called him "tiny" until we chose his name a day and a half later. I refused to name my baby until I could hold him. This day changed us forever. I became a mother. Danny became a dad. He became ours. We became a family.
Thank you baby Max for the beautiful blessing you have been to us each day for the last year. I love you more than words can express. Thank you for making me your mama, for the tears and many laughs that come along with the job. You, my little guy, are my world, my everything. You have redefined my life in the best most beautiful way. I hope I can help you define yours. One year down, eternity to go. Happy Birthday little bug.
[more to come on the first birthday festivities]
So, so, so sweet! I still get amazed that our precious children grow/live INSIDE us?!? I love it! I especially love the part of your entry on saying, "mama". Bobby has always called me "mama" by his own free will and choice...we've tried to change it, he won't...but now I love it! :) Bring on the big mama!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday little max!! it was so fun to see you the other day and call you my own!! i loved giving you limes and french fries. Thanks for being so funny:) love you max!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe he is already ONE!!! man how time flys!!! We really need to get together... we are soooo stinkin close!!!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe we han't even seen each other, are we lame or what?
love ya guys,
the marks
p.s. thanks for the invite to his party! you little farts.
ReplyDeleteThis pic seriously makes me wanna cry, its too precious! Crazy that he is one!
ReplyDeleteI can't believe he is 1. Nuts!
ReplyDeleteOh, I love that! Beautiful picture and beautiful words... Thanks for reminding of the miracle of my children :)
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