I guess there will be things that I have to get used to when we bring Little Guy home. I can count the number of times on my hands that I have sat down at our dining room table. Usually, we camp out in front of the TV and eat our breakfast, lunch and dinner.As I was fixing my bowl of cereal on Sunday morning before going to church, I started thinking about things that I would have to change or get used to doing a different way. SO- I poured my cereal, sat down at the dining room table, called Adie to sit next to me since LG isn't here yet and we had breakfast. I know you are thinking- you are disgusting letting a dog sit at the table- but in my defense, my dog is smarter and better behaved than most kids.
As I sat in church yesterday I was thinking about changes and first times for things and my mind began to wander (as it sometimes does in church). I saw a Hispanic man who I have seen now for probably 2 years come in with his 2 sons and what I think is probably his fiancee. Every Sunday, rain or shine, this man brings his 2 sons to church and they sit on the FIRST row. I kept thinking of us walking in with our son in his little kacki pants and Polo shirt. I thought about when we have a child dedication service and we can invite family and friends to this special service Dr. Merritt has 2-3 times a year. I guess maybe it is finally starting to get more real to me.
Here is the kicker. You are going to think this is stupid, but it hit home to me. We have been needing a new bike rack that will fit my company car and Jennifer's Accord. We went to Wal-Mart on Saturday and bought one. Not just for our two bikes, but one to carry three bikes. It is the first "family" thing I have seen us buy. It was very exciting.
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Reading your blog warms my heart every time I read it. I have never in my life meet two people so dedicated to loving their future son! You guys are going to make terrific parents. If you two would walk the extra mile before little boy dove comes home, I can just imagine all the miles you'll walk for him once he gets here.
PS: Sitting on the floor to eat breakfast with your little one is alright too! :-)
Adie is always at the table when I eat. I will come over anytime and eat your food with my new nephew just to let you know.
I maybe shouldn't put this in print, but I've said it so often I may as well print it. when I tell anyone about Adie,I always say she's smarter then either of my kids have ever been. I see nothing wrong with her sitting at the table, however I didn't see a bowl for her. What's up with that? If you'll notice I didn't include Jennifer in the smarter than. She' gotta be the smartest person I know, but still has common sense. There's no doubt that the two of you are going to be such wonderful parents, and I know you'll seek the Lord's guidance in every decision. I love you both very much. MOM
That bike rack is just the beginning of the wonderfuil family things to come. I think sometimes those things are taken for granted when the kids have been around a while and we have to be reminded. It is so great to see you get so excited! The anticipation is a killer I'm sure!!
Yesterday after yall went home from Joey's house, I was saying to the others that I wonder if I can love LG as much as I love the girls. Actually, I know I can, but the question is, will he love me as much as the girls do? I want to be as good of a Grandmother for him as I feel (and hope) that I have been for the girls so far. I look forward to making memories with him....so, the more I think about it and the more I search my heart, I don't have a doubt in my mind that I'll love him just as much. Before Alli was born, I didn't think I could love a second grandchild as much as I love Anna, but, I do!! It will be the same for LG because I love him already.....the thing is, I can hardly wait to meet him.....I pray Lord that it will be soon!! Last night as I was sitting snuggled up with Alli, I was thinking of the day when I can finally do the same with LG and I just wanted to cry with anticipation.
I guess our hearts just get bigger and bigger with each child and grandchild we welcome into our family.....isn't God sooooo good!!!
Love, Mom
Good morning,
I just wanted to let you know who the 5000th viewer was this morning.
IT WAS ME!! Since the number 5 in any sequence is my favorite number, I decided that must be a sign of great luck. Or maybe not. Anyway I thought it was cool.
Josh and I sat and talked about our Little Guy for a long time last night. We are so excited!!!
Love you Guys------Mom
yeah i have to admit i think your dog is much better behaved then most children i see...especially the ones in walmart.
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