the eugene bean

Happy Birthday my wonderful little guy!

I thought about starting this off like "I can't believe how old you are!"

But then I realized that would be a lie. In fact, just the opposite is true. I am acutely aware of your age, of the ways that you've matured, the ways that you're changing and growing up.

It makes my heart smile. And it brings me back to the day you were born, that wonderful (and quite easy- Thank you Dr. Byrd for the scheduled delivery!) day that you joined our already fabulous family. I will never forget sitting on the hospital bed with your daddy and J, all of us staring at your perfectly tiny fingers and toes.

You are a fabulous, assertive, strong, handsome, charming, smart little boy. You bring joy and laughter to my life.