Monday Moments~ Birthdays for little boy #1 have always been special occasions. We did not know if we would ever celebrate his first birthday. After a year in and out of hospitals, that first birthday was cherished and celebrated intimately at home with little boy, his daddy, and me. Each passing year was just as special, knowing not one of them was to be taken for granted. We celebrated with friends, family, parties...cake!
These celebrations occurred for four years until we realized our little guy didn't care much for parties and wouldn't, then couldn't, eat cake - bummer for a mommy who likes to make cake. So, for the past two years we have done what he likes - carnivals with lots of rides!
But, this year was a little different. After watching his little brother enjoy his birthday and all of the attention that came with it, little boy #1 was excited for his turn. We invited the motorcycle ministry that he and his daddy are a part of over to celebrate him turning 8 and to say good-bye to the awesome group that has meant so much to us. He still can't eat the cake (food allergies), but he felt special. I love the small victories!
These celebrations occurred for four years until we realized our little guy didn't care much for parties and wouldn't, then couldn't, eat cake - bummer for a mommy who likes to make cake. So, for the past two years we have done what he likes - carnivals with lots of rides!
But, this year was a little different. After watching his little brother enjoy his birthday and all of the attention that came with it, little boy #1 was excited for his turn. We invited the motorcycle ministry that he and his daddy are a part of over to celebrate him turning 8 and to say good-bye to the awesome group that has meant so much to us. He still can't eat the cake (food allergies), but he felt special. I love the small victories!
In this era of Pinterest and Google, it is easy to get swept up in the party instead of the people. Once over, you can't get these moments back. Place your priority on the person/people and the party will always be wonderful!
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