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One Year Ago Today

One year ago today...

I watched my oldest boy graduate from elementary school.

I assured him there was nothing to worry about as I kissed him goodbye with tears in his eyes.

I headed to the hospital, excited and anxious for the day ahead.

I lay in a hospital bed appearing calm, feeling peace, but straining to hear the steady thump of my unborn baby's heart.

I watched my husband pace the floor, nervous and unable to do anything.

I listened to the sound of my boys in the hall waiting for their turn to come in the room.

I heard that little cry I had yearned and longed for for so, so long.

I held the most wonderful blessing straight from my Heavenly Father. I felt like I was in heaven with him.

I cried the purest tears of relief, gratitude, love, thankfulness and joy.

I looked at my 3 boys and felt complete. I knew my family was finally here.

I was the happiest mom in the world.

Happy Birthday Mason T!

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Jana said…
So awesome. I can't believe it has been a whole year already!
He is so cute!
June 5, 2009 at 1:03 PM
Sarah said…
I've been waiting for the sweet little post. I can't help but think about what I was thinking last year, knowing you were going in to have your little baby. I can't believe it's been a year. Happy Birthday Mason!
June 5, 2009 at 11:16 PM
Patti said…
Wow- unexpectedly, that made me tear up!
Happy Birthday Mason! You are a very special boy, and everyone that knows you loves you!
June 6, 2009 at 12:58 PM
Kim said…
Happy birthday Mason! You are so darn cute and we all love you!
June 6, 2009 at 6:34 PM
Mindi said…
Hooray for Miracle Mason! He (and you) have blessed me in ways I can't quite explain. Thank you for your hope and love and support, but mostly for your very brave heart. You did it Jenny. What a year!
June 9, 2009 at 11:27 PM
Kimberly said…
Happy Birthday little Mason! There is not a little boy anywhere who is more loved.
June 11, 2009 at 7:51 AM
Aimee said…
Jenny, you guys deserve every precious moment. We celebrate with you!
June 11, 2009 at 2:11 PM
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