A few weeks ago, I was getting a massage from my favorite masseuse, Carol. October was a particularly full month around here, and I was telling her about how crazy it was. If I am completely honest with myself, I was actually whining about it. One thing that keeps coming to mind is "I was NEVER this busy with fall sessions before .... and all of a sudden this year completely exploded."
Carol then said three words that really get to the heart of what 2012 has been about for me:
"Babies bring abundance."
Ever since she said those three words, I've been thinking about them. About how true they are. The cynic would quip about how there are an abundance of diapers, sleepless nights and the like. While this is true, today I was watching Brooks wiggle & giggle and thought "You'll never remember a single moment of this, but I'm pretty sure I'll never forget these times." These times when he's small and just looks at you like this:
Seriously, it's enough to melt my heart and help me to forget about not sleeping more than 2-3 consecutive hours for the first two months.
My husband, Erik, and I had a long journey to parenthood. It wasn't as long as some, but was longer than others. At this time last year, we knew we were pregnant and nearing the end of our first trimester, yet we chose to keep it quiet. Things were looking good, but ... well, it was a long road and we weren't quite ready to broadcast our news to the world.
Every.Single.Day I am thankful. I am thankful for our sweet baby boy, Brooks. Thankful for his soft skin (it's irresistibly kissable). Thankful that he's here safe and sound. Thankful to learn that I'm a more patient person than I thought. Thankful to see my husband transform into a father.
My heart is more full than there are words to express it. Yes, Carol is right; babies bring abundance. Joy, laughter, smiles, kisses, love. These all overflow and I'm thankful for them.
I hope your Thanksgiving yesterday was filled with abundance; that you continue to be abundantly blessed.
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