I haven't posted very much this week so I want to catch you up on our news. On Monday (Memorial Day) our oldest son turned 16! 

It's hard to believe that it's been 16 years since I laid down to get some sleep at about 9 pm (all the books said to rest as much as possible in the early stages of labor) only to jump up 5 minutes later and say "No, no, no, this is not going to work. I can't sleep when I feel like this."

My hubby said "So, should we go to the hospital?"

I answered "Probably so".

Hubby-"Well, I don't have any clean clothes...I guess I should wash some." Me- "OK".

I went and sat on the couch and tried to relax but my eyes were watering...

We eventually got out the door and had quite a night. Our sweet baby arrived at 12:40 am via emergency c-section (another story), weighing 9 lb. 10 oz..

When I woke up my wonderful husband was holding my hand with tears on his cheeks. I'll never forget that moment as long as I live. I really love that man!

I didn't get to see my little boy until later that day because he was in intensive care.

The nurse brought him to me and laid him on my chest while my husband was gone picking my mom up at the airport. We stared into each others eyes for 45 minutes. He didn't cry or anything!

And thus began the journey of parenthood. The most joyful, scary, painful, blissful journey I could ever imagine. What more can I say? If you are a parent you know what I'm talking about.

We celebrated his birthday on Saturday. He had asked to go to one of his favorite restaurants...a Chinese buffet. We had most of our family there and some dear friends, as well. Our group numbered 34 in all. His surprise gift was a new electric guitar. We couldn't afford to do this on our own so we contacted relatives and asked if they would like to contribute to it instead of getting a gift.

Thank you, thank you, thank you everyone! He is so excited! The guitar was ordered last week and should arrive soon.

We are some very proud parents and want everyone to know how great our children are. Our son is very responsible (most of the time ;-) ), and he loves God.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY SON! WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH AND WE ARE VERY PROUD OF YOU!

Birthday boy with the fishing vest his little sister sewed for him. He is surrounded by little brother, cousins and friends.