Eight

Hunter,

Eight years ago today you took your first breath and became a member of our tiny family. The anticipation of your arrival was almost more than I could bare. I dreamed my whole life of becoming a mother. There was nothing in this world I wanted more. Delivering you was no easy task. In fact I never knew pain like that could exist. I imagine death could only hurt worse. But I would do it all again a thousand times over to have you my sweet boy. You were a dream child. So happy and content. I have seen few babies as well mannered as you. You have always had a way of caring for others and putting others needs before your own. I remember a women telling me when you were a little baby that when she looked into your eyes it was as if she was staring into an old soul, full of wisdom and knowledge. I couldn't agree more. I was totally content and happy just taking care of you and being your mother. Life was simple back then, just you, me and your dad. No schedule, no rush. Just living day to day with whatever life threw at us.

Now here it is eight years later, life is much different then it was back then. Where has the time gone? I think about it and the tears start coming down like rain. I am so proud of you Hunter. You are such an amazing son and big brother. Always thinking about your brothers. How many times you have sacrificed your own wants for the wants of your brothers, too many to count. They are so lucky to call you brother. I know you will always be the example to them that they need.

You march to the beat of your own drum and I love you for that. Don't ever care what the world thinks of you. Care what you and your Father in Heaven think of you. As I sit here thinking about what I want to tell you I want you to know how much I love you and how special you are. In so many ways you are so much like me. So sensitive and cautious. So compassionate and loyal. Always stand up for what's right and know that the person you are inside is good enough for Heavenly Father and so it is good enough for everyone else too. Don't let the world tell you differently. You never have to try to be someone your not to try to please others.

I want you to know that I think you are wonderful and special and I love you more than I could ever put into words. I love all my children the same but there is something special with your first born child. Experiencing so many first together. You taught me how to truly love unconditionally. These past eight years have been the best years of my life Hunter. Thank you for giving me the most amazing and special gift of motherhood.

All My Love,

Mom