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| Power tools ~ what every kid needs |
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| Big brother #1 helping open presents |
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| Big brother #2 enjoying Sammy's musical birthday card |
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| My four guys playing with the tool bench |
It was a fun day for Samuel ~ (just about as rootin'-tootin' fun as three days post-surgery and a liquid diet can be anyway :o) Samuel enjoyed all his toys, but wasn't a fan of the chocolate milkshakes we had to celebrate his birthday. Jason took them outside to throw water balloons around, and that is always fun!
His two big brothers both ended up crying because they did not get any presents, and because Samuel got his choice of his toys to play with. It will take time for the three to learn that each of them will get their "special day".
There were bittersweet moments for me... I kept thinking about the day that Samuel was born. How was the pregnancy and delivery? What is his China mom like? His China dad and their family situation? Are their hearts still breaking because they had to make the decision to leave little Samuel so he could have a chance at life? I wish I could send them an email so I could tell them what a sweet, funny, smart little boy he is. I wish I could send them a video so they could see his beautiful face and how he walks and talks and what his voice sounds like. I wish I could ask them so many questions...
I wish they could know how much we love him.
So I pray for them. I pray that they feel peace about their decision. I pray that they are happy and healthy and having a good life. We will never forget them.
Happy Birthday, sweet, sweet little Samuel. We are so blessed to have you and we love you!
(((hugs))),
chris
You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven. Matthew 5:14-16
Ack! How did I miss his birthday??? Sadness! Well, you know what his birthday present is- I will make sure he gets it this week.... :)
ReplyDeleteLove the pictures!