Thursday, July 27, 2006
birthday season...
is upon us at the Pinson house. We somehow managed to have all of our family milestones so far within the period of about two and a half weeks. Matt and I celebrated our anniversary on July 19th...Jack, who was due to come on August 28th of 2004 decided to make an early appearance on July 28th, just one day before my birthday, July 29th. We end with Matt's birthday on August 6th...it's a fun-filled few weeks of cake and combo-presents (ugh, just kidding!) So...yes, there will probably be a cheesy birthday post tomorrow for my little boy who is not so little and turning two tomorrow...just get ready people, if you don't like it, sorry! This is just a rather nostalgic time of year, and seems to be even more so this year as we get ready for lots of transition for all of us. I wonder if we have another child who is born at a different time of year if they will feel left out, or if they will be glad to have some birthday time all to themselves?!
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We have birthday season at our house, too! The left out one at our house is PH--he is almost 6 months off the rest of us!
Birthday season is fun--but since the kids all had almost the same bday--we celebrated half bdays, too--to try to make up for shared attention?? It was really fun!
I am praying about your transition time!
AND, happy birthday X 3! ENJOY!!!
Happy Birthday to Jack! Happy Birthday to YOU tomorrow! It has been fun watching him at swimming lessons this summer. He is so funny---opening that mouth up as he goes under! :) We're so thankful for you guys! Happy Birthday Season to the Pinsons!
I am going to use your blog to make a "post" today! I have been thinking of Jack all day! I remember when we wondered if he would make it long enough "on the inside" to survive "on the outside". I am especially blessed, because as I celebrate the birthday of my grandbaby, I also celebrate the birth of my daughter. I told someone today that "no room in the inn" took on a whole new meaning when Jack was being formed inside you. I remember praying so hard for God to grant him just another day on the inside, then another, then another....I remember the sheer fear on your face and on Matt's face and the way all our hearts hurt as we watched you and Matt hold on for dear life. You never looked away from the Lord and I just think that is one of the greatest things about you both. You knew in your hearts that no matter what the outcome, you were blessed. I called Kathy last night at 10:30!!! I told her I was feeling nostalgic as I looked at Jack photos. I remember the hours she and I sat and just waited. I remember how Matt didn't even want to leave to eat, because he wanted to be with you. Oh, and never forget the air mattresses, DVD players, pajama pants from Walgreens, Pawpaw & Giggy, Uncle Kyle and Uncle Brad, Pappy and Mimi, Aunt Emily and Aunt Whitney and Great-Grandma Babs, with her 6-week old 13th grandchild in her arms as she waited for the arrival of her first great-grandchild, how we struggled to convert a small waiting area into home - because no matter how physically uncomfortable, we knew we were all better together than waiting elsewhere, alone. I remember when you asked Kathy and I to be in the room and how blessed we both felt, but at the same time, afraid...as we looked at the NICU equipment and staff waiting for the preemie to arrive. I remember when you looked up at me and said "mom, I'm scared...". And then, as we stood there and you and Matt worked together, using the extra measure of strength the Lord continued to provide for you both, to bring our little prince into the world. You became a family - Jack cried, we cried, the staff cried, no NICU needed...God had once again shown us He is always in control. I remember having a conversation with Dr. Grieve shortly after Jack was born and he told me he had never experienced such a show of faith as you had shown him. I don't know if I ever told you that, but you blessed him by the way you allowed God to bless you.
So, roll forward 2 fun years, full of Jack moments, and so many more to come. Lots of Baby Einstein, blonde curls, giggles, photo ops, Sonic drinks, chocket(chocolate), rocking chair moments later...he just continues to bless us over and over again. Happy Birthday, Angel Boy! You are truly a gift from God!
Hugs - Mimi
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