Alex is...Eight?

December 24, 2020

Alex is...Eight?

I don't understand how this is possible. I don't actually want to believe that my BABY is eight years old. My youngest and most precious. My forever baby.

It's not that I don't LOVE the fact that he is older. It's just hard to grasp that he is growing so quickly. I obviously see it happening...he's a tank and a half...and I love our conversations and the things we do together now that he is older. But I would be lying if I said I didn't miss and long for our Paw Patrol days, our Alex and Mommy days. I treasured that time we had so much, my bud.

Okay, alright. Let me turn off the sap for a bit.

Alex, you are so big and brave and strong. You are a force to be reckoned with. On the other hand, you are still the cuddliest most sensitive child. All while being an F5 Tornado. I don't know how you do it. It's impressive.

I remember that fateful day. Pro-Tip: Stomach virus at 38weeks plus 6days will guarantee you a baby at 39 weeks. I remember not being ready, not thinking that this was actually happening. However, you coming sooner than you were supposed to, in the way that you did...I really should have known.

Alex, you are Daddy's boy. You love to do things just like him. You have so much in common. You remind me so much of him, it's cool.

You and Jack are buddies. Most of the time. You have a common love of gaming and that is what has brought you closer together. I love nothing more than to hear you laugh with eachother. You're getting into legos now, and holy moly, he is so happy to have someone to build with. I hope you continue to be close.

You and Sara are the mini Jack and Emma. Best friends, worst enemies. The laughs that come out of your little bodies...the full, loud belly laughs...when you are together are some of my favorite sounds. I love your bond and hope it continues to grow.

Emma. Emma is your other half. Twins born years apart according to you. I never would have expected this relationship but here we are and it's so much fun to watch. She cares for you like a mother would, but plays like a best friend. Best friend...that's what you refer to her as. I often talk about The December Connection and how strong it is and I truly wish that it stays this way forever. It's such an amazing thing to witness.

Alex, you and I have always had a very special bond. You are my buddy. We spent so much time together in those early days and I'm so thankful for that. It really solidified our very special relationship. You make me smile, you give me hugs when you know I need them, our conversations are so much fun.

You're so smart, my dude. You're also the most polite 8 year old I've ever met. The pleases and thank yous and my personal favorite, "I thank you for your effort." It makes me happy to know that you take kindness seriously. School is easier for you this year...I think you're having the easiest time with it as this point in the year out of all of you. I commend you and am so proud of how far you've come.

You're growing and changing. You're hilarious. You're witty. You are...Alex. My Alex. Anyone would be lucky to know you and I'm so thankful you are here. The perfect completion to our family.

Alex Michael, my forever baby, I love you more than you love nerf guns. Thank you for being you.

Happiest of birthday, my 8 year old.