Happy Birthday Isaac!
Disclosure: There is no recipe in this post, there are no giveaways, just good ole fashioned sappy love.
It has been awhile since I have shared a bit about my family and my deep love for them. And today, well today, I am just plain sentimental.
At this very moment (8:29 am) two years ago this little man changed my life forever. Yes, he made me a mom, he made us a family, he was my first born. But more than that, he was my little miracle. My little never thought it would be baby.
I could tell you all of the great things that Isaac is and has accomplished. But then it would just seem like flat out bragging and mom-petition. I don’t want that. So what I will share is what this little man has taught me the last two years.
He has taught me to see life one woof at a time.
He has taught me that doing the dishes isn’t about cleaning the kitchen, it is about spreading the water around. Everywhere.
He has taught me to smile in the midst of my angry rages.
He has taught me that life should be lived a little slower on some days.
He has taught me that on most days life should be lived a little faster, and by his time table.
He has made me laugh at myself in ways I never thought I could.
He has taught me that perfect is whatever I have done, not in what I am going to do.
He has shown me that my heart could break and rejoice in any given moment.
He has taught me that I can love deeper than I ever dared. So raw and overflowing.
He has taught me to love without abandon, fear or future consequences.
He has taught me that “watching a movie” cuddled on the couch with no care for learning or schedules or bedtime can be some of the best moments of a day.
He has taught me that a whole day can be turned around with one silly grin or side-ways glance.
He has taught me that my love for him would need to stretch, grow and be multiplied when his baby sister arrived.
He has shown me utter and complete happiness wrapped up in a 25 lb package.
I sincerely walk out of his room each and every night after laying him down to bed and send up a prayer of gratitude and thanksgiving for all God has entrusted to me. It is clear that God loves me unconditionally to allow me to be the mother to this little boy. He is truly amazing. And there is no doubt in my mind, or my heart, that he is here to teach me more than I am here to teach him.
So Happy 2nd Birthday Little Man, I-Man, Isaac – You truly are the one that “makes me laugh”.
How cute & appropriate that Isaac is the one who makes you laugh! :) Happy birthday to him!
Love that last pic! The look on his face is priceless and precious!
So sweet Tricia. Kinda brought tears to my eyes. :)
Happy Birthday to Isaac! Hope you guys have a great day!
You will be so grateful that you have documents awesome moments like these on the computer. You’ll blink and he’ll be in school!
What a great post about Issac. You really should add this to whatever kind of baby book you are keeping for him (be it digital or old school) so it doesn’t get lost in cyberspace in the years to come. This tribute is beautiful! Happy Birthday Issac! Happy Mother’s Day and Father’s Day to you and Ben as well!
Happy Birthday to an amazing nephew! He has such an abundance of energy and laughter, and I love being his aunt! You and Ben have done such an amazing job of raising him these past two years, and the love you give him is reflected through his actions, his words, and the way he looks at you. We have all been blessed to have Isaac be a part of our lives!
Happy Birthday, Isaac! And what sweet comments from his mommy! :)
Oh so sappy! And beautiful. Happy birthday Isaac! I think this is a great age. Can’t wait to get all six of the rug rats together again.
OH my I needed a tissue! What a sweet post & so true. He is such a great kid & you two have done a wonderful job raising him & baby Sis. I’ve always told people how animated he is…such a “hoot” to play with & be around. Kindergarden will be here before we know it! Savor each moment of each day!
So gorgeous! What a good looking boy! Happy Birthday kiddo
(Ben is 30 months & 39 lbs. Aaron is 7 months & 17 lbs.)