Remember that one time when I had my first baby? Me either. I do remember praying that I would have a baby boy, because I wanted my children to have a big brother. I remember being so nervous for the labor, but my good husband gave me a blessing which calmed me. I remember how badly it hurt and how sad I felt that I wouldn't have any other kids, because I couldn't do this again. Obviously, I worked through that last memory. A lot has happened in 12 years, and mothering has not come as naturally to me as I thought it would. It is hard being a parent.
I really wanted to do something fun for Jacob's birthday. What I came up with was a surprise trip to Lagoon. He thought we were just going out for breakfast. We had an amazing time. It was his first time to an amusement park (I hadn't been there in 20 years myself) and it was also Frightmares time, so we *got* to experience the scary stuff too. (He was my protector in 2 of the 3 Haunted Houses. I was brave on the first one, then made him go first on the other 2). We went on all the thrill rides, got soaking wet on the rattlesnake rapids and even did the sky coaster bungee cord fall to your death ride together. This was definitely a bonding birthday for sure!
I can't express what this day meant to me as a busy mom to 6 kids. I see why it is recommended to spend one on one time with your children. I had so much fun hanging out with Jacob, I get emotional thinking about it still. He is a fun kid to be with and I sure love him. Happy Birthday, Jacob.
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love love love this post. Especially the last part about spending one on one time. Glad you were able to spend time together! and that you were eventually able to have more kids, too ;)
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