Our addition called Ben.. Benjamin.. Pete.. Peter.. Buddy.. Bubba.. Meatball.. Stinky.. Sweet Boy.. and so on and so on. We're a little over-kill on the nicknames! He has brought such incredible joy to our lives. Everyday is filled with emotion - you never know if you're going to have laughter, tears (many of which have been shed by myself & Ben), seriousness, learning, growing, fussy-sleepy-headedness and just about everything else under the sun. The love that has grown in our house is stunning. I am in awe of this little guy.
Last week, he gave us our first scare. A five night hospital stay, multiple tests (with more to come), lots of antibiotics, Tylenol, flirting with nurses was not on our agenda. But then again "our agenda" is now Ben's agenda and we must submit! Although mom does rule when it comes to nap & bedtime. Dad does a pretty good job too. Actually, he is so relaxed and natural with him - you would think he had been a dad for years. It is very cool.
Our other children seem like they could care less about Ben - they just know that they aren't getting as much attention as they used to get. But they have acquired a couch, much to Tim's disliking. It keeps them happy though :)
I go back to work this Friday and am truly having mixed feelings about leaving my baby all day.. Everyday. Sorry for anyone who is going to have to work with me the first week I will probably be a blubbering idiot, shoving my brag book into everyone's faces. Just thinking about it is making me tear up! Stupid hormones!
Since I am posting later than the New Year and don't exactly do resolutions, I made myself a birthday promise. I will find joy in everyday. The greatest joy ever came into my life on November 18th. I want to remember that and feel that for the rest of my life. I know by looking into Ben's beautiful eyes, seeing that sparkle - I smile from the inside out.
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