There is such a special sweetness in being able to participate in creation. ~Pamela S. Nadav As a Mama, I feel like I have three BIRTH-days every year...of course, my own, but, the older I get, I consider the days my children came into this world as milestones for me as well! I mean, come on, fellow Mamas out there, who remembers the day better...you or your new bundle of joy?? I daresay that whatever your experience was, YOU recall MUCH more of that special BIRTH-day than that sweet baby did! So, here's to all us Mamas in the world, and, today, I'm celebrating one of my very special BIRTH-days! The arrival our precious baby girl! Sorry. I know this picture is a bit graphic, but I absolutely LOVE this shot! On this date twenty-two years ago, I was strapped down (literally!) to an operating table (C-section), so I didn't get to hold her until much later on in the morning. They brought her around the curtain to let me see her, and this is my very first look. Chelsea's fist is under her chin, already showing that strong "This is how I roll" attitude! (No, I didn't take this picture...neither did my husband! He was a bit shaky himself!) I'll never forget the moment that I was finally able to hold her! (I had to be able to feel that pin they kept pricking my lower extremities with before they would take me back to my room, and that took forever! Ugh!!) Anyway, I looked at her, and in a very regular "adult voice" (I've never talked "baby talk" to our children), I said "Hey, Chelsea!" She looked straight into my eyes (and right on into my soul) and the look she gave me said "Okay, I'm here....now what?" Well, we've eaten a lot of cake over the years, and done plenty of celebrating, but admittedly, not every day has been one that we've felt like partying. Very recently, I have witnessed firsthand the amazing strength, courage, and determination within our daughter, and I am immensely proud of her! I can't wait to see how her life is going to continue to unfold in her 20s......30s......and beyond! So, today, we raise our mini-cupcakes in honor of another year of life for our sweet Chelsea. Chelsea, if I could remind you of one thing on this 22nd birthday of yours, it's these very famous words of Aibileen Clark (from "The Help"): "You is kind. You is smart. You IS important." I don't care how old you get (or how feeble my mind becomes), "as long as I'm living, my baby you'll be!" Happy Birthday, my Girl!
I love you! ~Mama
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AuthorHi! I'm Dot. I refuse to succumb to the "empty nest syndrome"! So, this is my journal.....my photo album.....my attempt to enjoy the next chapter of my life as it unfolds. Welcome to The Roomy Nest! Archives
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