All of the exciting things that we anticipate in life...weddings, vacations, births, the first day of school, the last day of school, milestones, Christmas, and for my Jacob...his birthday. For the past few weeks, maybe even months, we have been attempting to tell Jacob that his 5th birthday was approaching. Time, for a 4 year old is a concept that is still in the works, and can be very frustrating. Last week, for example, we told him that he would have show'n'tell on Friday, T-ball on Saturday then Zach's party, Church on Sunday, then we would celebrate his birthday.
Oh, the anticipation!
He could barely sleep!
With all of his excitement I feel the need to reflect upon the past five years.
I haven't officially worked at a real job (does eBay count?) since 4/6/03 yet I have never been so tired or felt so fulfilled at my "job". In five years time we have lived in three houses, sold two and settled for the duration...owned 6 cars, remodeled every room in our current home (for now:)), Rob has worked at four jobs, we have endured two miscarriages, blissfully enjoyed the birth of Jacob, Ben, and Eli, and now we await our 4th and final baby Giana who will join our family in six short weeks. We have lost dear family members, mourned and moved forward. We have anticipated the birth of our own babies and our friends babies. We have made new friends and a new church family. I have always wanted to be a writer or a singer and I am running two blogs and singing in church. Neither could I have envisioned five short years ago!
Oh, the anticipation!
He could barely sleep!
With all of his excitement I feel the need to reflect upon the past five years.
I haven't officially worked at a real job (does eBay count?) since 4/6/03 yet I have never been so tired or felt so fulfilled at my "job". In five years time we have lived in three houses, sold two and settled for the duration...owned 6 cars, remodeled every room in our current home (for now:)), Rob has worked at four jobs, we have endured two miscarriages, blissfully enjoyed the birth of Jacob, Ben, and Eli, and now we await our 4th and final baby Giana who will join our family in six short weeks. We have lost dear family members, mourned and moved forward. We have anticipated the birth of our own babies and our friends babies. We have made new friends and a new church family. I have always wanted to be a writer or a singer and I am running two blogs and singing in church. Neither could I have envisioned five short years ago!
God sure does work in mysterious, yet perfect ways.
Wow, what a whirlwind of life experience. Sometimes I ask myself when I will feel like a grown-up...when I think of all of these experiences it makes it more real! I am a wife, mommy, and I guess I might even be considered an adult! I feel like I've become an adult over the last five years. Hopefully, my little ones will help me maintain some sort of child-like wonder and fun.
So my first baby Jake is turning five on Tuesday and we celebrate him. We celebrate him and all of his endearing qualities. He's thoughtful, sensitive, funny and smart. He's a wonderful big brother and a joy to have as a son. Everyday, he amazes us.
Happy Birthday Jacob! We love you so much.
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