My little boy turns three today. THREE. This boggles my mind. Last year he had just come home. Two years ago I had just found out he existed. Three years ago his birth mother held him in her arms. Today I hold him and kiss him and hug him and tell him what a handsome boy he is, how much Momma loves him and how special we are that Jesus put us together as a family. Today my son's life is CELEBRATED!
Isaac has grown another inch and a half, putting him above average in height on the typical growth charts (he is above the 200th percentile on the Down syndrome charts!). He is officially in 24month clothing and I've packed away his slipper shoes...only big boy shoes for this little man. It also means when he snuggles in bed with me, he no longer fits in the spoon between my chin & knees...we both have to stretch out now. He can reach the light switch from his crib in his room, as well as everything on the kitchen counters. He has also figured out how to put a straw in his own juice box. Smart boy. He chatters all day long in a language that is certainly not of this Earth. Ths shape-sorter & stacking rings have been put away to make room for cars and drums. He laughs at his own jokes and thinks Super Grover is hysterical. He loves to mimic NFL refs and give good-effort touchdowns to any player who gets the football. He is still very much a toddler, balancing his strengths & boundaries, but his hugs are the BEST and boy does he love to dance!
Isaac is an amazing little boy and I can't describe what a joy it is to be his Momma. I continue to pray over his health and safety; for him to be surrounded by people who can bring Truth & Love into his little life; that even at this young age he is learning to make friends and value them; that when his words come that he will speak joy into the life of others and that he would NEVER doubt our Father's love for him, or the love the Lord gives me for my son.
I love you always, sweet boy. Happy third birthday!
I love you always, sweet boy. Happy third birthday!
(Here are some photos from Isaac's little party)
So glad I got to be there, through the wonders of technology! Happy, happy birthday to YOU, Isaac! We love you! :)
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