Birthday's are a great time to reflect.................

Well today I am officially 28? That seems so crazy to me. There are times when people ask my age and I still want to answer 23? How weird is that, and how quickly time goes by. I am always an emotional person on these days. When your a kid you wake up excited, look to see if you have any presents yet and get ready for one of the best days out of the year. When your older the thing that really matters are the phone calls or emails you get from the people you love saying "Happy Birthday". For example, this morning Mikey wanted to go to my sisters and ride to school with C.J. so I took him over there, and it was so cute my sister, and my two nephews serenaded me with "Happy Birthday". I just love it.

As I set here at my desk and think about my life I am just one sentimental ball of mush. I think about what a wonderful life I have. I have the greatest family. My parents have exceeded my expectations of what it means to be parents. They have always given me wonderful things and as an adult they give me "things" that are greater then any gift I received as a child. They give me advice, they help me with Mikey, they extend the kindest gestures and most of all they have loved me through everything (even my crazy, rebellious times). For those and more I will always be greatful.

My future husband has given me a life that I never dreamed possible. He loves me unconditionally. He makes me feel like a true princess. Meeting him is one of the best things that's ever happened in my life. We have been together for almost 3 years and I can't wait to marry him. The thought of growing old with him puts a smile on my face knowing that although the life we have now is great, I feel the best is yet to come. Not only is he my future husband, he is the love of my life and my best friend.

My little boy has been the greatest gift ever. He is such a wonderful child. Having him changed my world. He is so loving, has such compassion for people, sensitive and loves to make people laugh. He puts a smile on my face when I see him. If I am upset he knows just what to do. A few weeks ago I was upset and having a bad day, so I laid down with him and I was kind of crying, he (like the little man he is) puts his arm around me and strokes my hair and tells me not to cry and that he loves me. He is truly the best.

I have such a great family. From my sister, to my Aunt Kat, to my brother, and all the rest. They define what it is to be FAMILY. I love them all and can't imagine my life without them.

So as I start my day, I just want to express how greatful I am to celebrate another year older, and to be thankful for all that I have been given and look forward to what lies ahead of me. Without all of you (those mentioned above) I would be nothing.