It was a really long day.
I was young, excited and if truth be known a little scared.
Maybe a lot scared.
The delivery did not go as planned, labor did not progress well, drugs were administered and the baby got a little stuck.
But the end result via Caesarian was magnificent.
There is nothing like a baby to bring joy and happiness.
Micah has done all of that and more and as we celebrate his 33rd birthday today I have to marvel on how far he has come from that 7 pound newborn.
What excites me most about Micah is how he has really grown up to be a very well rounded and caring young man. Growing up he was competitive and driven to be the best that he could possibly be. He worked hard to reach goals and achievements. He was always dependable and stepped up when we desperately needed him to step up. In a nutshell, he grew up.
When your children are young you wonder what they will be like when they grow up. Micah is the very best version of himself right now. We are so proud of him and my heart bursts when I think about his future with his beautiful wife, Wendy, and what they will be able to accomplish in their lifetime together.
I debated whether I would write this post today and decided that I am allowed to be sentimental today. It’s been a rough few weeks and I am looking forward to this weekend when our little family will all be together for the weekend. We will celebrate birthdays and graduations and family and this mama is feeling really blessed. And there might just be some cake as well which will top the weekend off perfectly.
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Leave a commentI always share my secret with new Mom’s that are constantly told to make the most of every moment and how fast time flies….Time does fly by and children do grow up fast but each new age and phase is better than the last. The newborn is so special, but you just can’t beat watching your kid be a tree in his first grade play, and so it goes. Happy Birth-Day to you and birthday to Micha! And of course you MUST have cake!
Katybeth, that is so correct! I have loved each and every stage of their lives and as we FaceTimed with Micah and Wendy yesterday my heart was bursting because he is really an amazing man. Your advice is perfect. And yes—I will eat cake. Thanks for stopping by!
So true! At times, the “days are long but the years are fast”. And you’re right too about each age being amazing.
YES! Each age is pretty special.
Oh this is just perfect. I remember that so well (if you recall, we were actually out of town when Micah arrived) and got back for the aftermath of finding out all that you went through. I always think of Micah and Mitch’s first friend. And I love the memories you share each year. Happy birthday to Micah and also to you! This is such a special day for moms! Love to one of the best moms and friends and people that I know!
Thank you so much! You were such a big part of that time of my life and I am so blessed that our friendship continues over the years and that we can pick right up where we left off the last time we talked. You are one of THE best examples of a great Mama and I am so happy you were able to go be with that perfect little grzndbaby and his mama and daddy at the beginning of his life. What a gift that is to them and what a privilege to share those first weeks with them.
One of your best posts Beth. Thank you
Thanks, Jena. It’s all about family to me !
Happy Birthday to Micah! You have every right to be a proud Momma! Children don´t grow up by themselves. The influence and love you and Chris gave him, contributed to his success. Thanks for sharing these great memories.
Thanks, Darlene. I am so proud of him. I know any mama out there understands how I feel. It is just such a gift to see our children grow up to be truly wonderful people.
It is the best reward ever!!
It is the best reward ever!!!
Happy Birthday to your son and happy sweet memories of your boy for you! It sounds like you and Mr. Diamond have done an excellent job raising him into the fine young man he is now. Kudos to you all. 🙂 Enjoy your upcoming family time!
Thanks so much. We are all pretty excited for some family time and hopefully the weather will cooperate.
Happy birthday, Micah! Love this photo montage and the words accompanying it. If Micah is anything like his parents, he is an outstanding young man, which is exactly who you describe here. I’m so glad you will all be together to celebrate.
Thank you so much, Audrey. We are so blessed, aren’t we? Our children bring us so much happiness and when we are able to be together it is so wonderful. I am very excited.
Happy Birthday to your son! Enjoy your family weekend!
Thank you so much, Dawn. We are going to celebrate!
I agree, Micah is an awesome young man (well, maybe not so young; how could he possibly be 33?!!!)…
I may be a bit biased, but I think he is one of the really good ones…
Aw. Thanks, Mark. We are so proud of him and yes–how can he possible be 33 already?