Tuesday, September 22, 2009

Six Years Ago

It was just six years ago today that my life changed forever.

It was six years ago that I delivered a beautiful baby boy that was immediately swept from my arms.

It was six years ago today that Jonah was transported to a different hospital one hour away from me.

It was six years ago today that Mike called and said, "He may not make it."

It was six years ago today that I felt a peace that passes all my understanding, and I rested in the fact that "heaven may hold [him] before I do."

It was six years ago today that I really understood the importance of a community of friends & family.

It was six years ago today that I saw the power of prayer as my little boy began to heal.

It was six years ago that, in the midst of chaos, I was unable to really celebrate Jonah's birth.

And so I celebrate him today!!!!!!!!

My army boy.


He had his first "friend party" on Saturday.













11 comments:

Anonymous said...

You are the coolest mom ever. What a fun party! I love the invitations...you are so creative!!!

Anonymous said...

Traci - this is awesome! What a fun birthday party idea and what a GREAT way to celebrate Jonah. So thankful we're here to see some of these special moments.
Brittany

Jamie said...

Love it. I see it now....the photo of all the boys is what they are going to use someday when those boys are all turning 30, or getting married, or whatever big event....it will be the best 'remember when' photo!!! love to see these boys building such lifetime friends at such at young age. what a gift you all have there in Upland.

ashleytiberi said...

These photos are great! I love the one of Jonah and Lydia saluting...I like that Lydia is doing a nice Madonna-esque "strike a pose" with a little bit of a Lydia tongue twist.

And I love the picture of Jonah unwrapping presents - what a look of pure joy and excitement! It was so fun to talk with him for a few mintes yesterday. Wish we could see you soon!

john, kimberly, ila, will and ruby lou said...

Love the picture of Jonah and Lydia! She looks hilarious!

Six years - definitely a landmark! He's a little (big) miracle!

Grandma said...

Oh, Honey,
What a genius you are. Everything was just beautiful. What a fun time all of the "Army Recruits" must have had.
It is hard for me to believe that six years have passed.
He is adorable and I love him very much.
Love, Grandma.

ALL MY GUYS and ME said...

How PERFECT!!! You are the best. . . so glad you are my friend! :) God gave Jonah the best mommy ever!

ZFam said...

That was the sweetest, coolest, tear-jerking, smile/laughing indused blog entry!

How neat to reflect on the past 6 years...and how neat to see Jonah in his element on that party day! thanks for sharing! what a great, great b-day party idea! looked like jonah L-O-V-E-D it!!!

Anonymous said...

Wow - you are an amazing mom! Looks like so much fun!
larsey

molly bea said...

ok - so the post made me cry. why wasn't I invited to this awesome party?

Demorest Designs said...

Great Party Traci! Gabe had a blast. I love the action shots and the one where they are all together. They look intense!