Happy Birthday to My Little Man

At the end of 2012 my baby boy, Phillip, turned one!

This has been an incredible year for us.  

Being a mom is such an amazing blessing.  Phillip has taught me how to be a more patient and loving person.  

He is so full of life and joy.  He loves to dance and "sing" and would play all day if we let him.  Bath time is one of his favorite parts of the day, among snack and meal times, of course!

Phillip has filled a part of my heart that I never knew was missing, a void I never knew existed.

I can't imagine my life without him.  When I reminisce of my life before becoming a mom, I don't remember what it feels like to live without my son.  The memories are there, but the feelings are different.  

HAU'OLI LA HANAU, E KU'U PEPE- ALOHA NUI 'AU IA 'OE!

Happy Birthday, my baby.  I love you very much!

Happy Happy Birthday to the Most Awesome Little Boy EVER

Today is my brother's birthday.

He is 6 years old!

Enjoying Pancakes Bigger Than His Face

He is the best little brother.  He is also the best big brother.  We have a sister (2) and he is so amazing with her. 

He is such a blessing to me!

I was an only child for most of my life. 

Every bedtime prayer, every birthday candle wish- was for a little brother or sister. 

I always figured God had other plans.  My parents divorced when I was 14.  I seemed destined to ride this out solo.

Then I moved away for college.  During my Christmas break freshman year my dad shares the news that he and his girlfriend were expecting!!

His estimated arrival was 8/22/2004.  I was home for Summer break but heading back to college very soon.  I waited and waited for his debut. 

He waited until I was back at school, an ocean away, to make his appearance.  I was able to meet him 3 months later during Thanksgiving break.

My brother is one of the sweetest kids I know.  He has always been there to make me smile and drive me crazy, usually all at the same time.

He has a love for Thomas the Tank Engine and his entourage, superheroes (especially Green Lantern, as of today), Transformers, and sweet surprises (ice cream, cookies, cake, etc...)

I thank God for answering my prayers and birthday wishes after all those years.  Seriously, 10+ years of the same request.  If there were any doubt that God answers prayers, I just remember this little guy and all the good times we have shared during his 6 years with us.  I can't wait to see what else God has in store for this little guy!!!

Happy happy birthday little brother!!!