Today is Thanksgiving. I can’t help but think of Thanksgiving one year ago today. I was pregnant with my little baby and very anxious for him to come. In fact, I had made up my mind that I was going to have him over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend since he was due on December 3, and I had my other two kids almost a week early. It was perfect timing.
However, it was not the right timing because my little guy decided to come 4 days late. He was born on December 7th. I remember that Thanksgiving like it was yesterday. It is amazing how a year of your life can just fly by. I was so done with being pregnant, and all I wanted to do over Thanksgiving was have a baby! Instead, the day came and went. I spent it with family, which was very enjoyable, but I remember being so disappointed that I was enjoying that Thanksgiving dinner, because I had made up my mind I would be in the hospital having a baby that day. I am grateful that I didn’t have to eat my Thanksgiving dinner in the hospital though!
Fast forward to today, and it is my baby’s first Thanksgiving with our family. While he doesn’t really know today from any other day, I know that I am truly grateful for him. Having a baby during the holidays is so fun.
In this past year, having my third baby has taught me so much. It has taught me above all patience. While things were very difficult in the beginning of his life. They did get better. It just took time and lots and lots of patience.
I have also learned that as a mother, your heart can continue to grow with the birth of every child. Every child has a unique personality and so does every baby.
I have also recognized that it goes by so fast and you have to treasure the little things. Sleepless nights are no fun. But, they are fleeting. Just like smiles and baby firsts. They come and go so quickly.
While my little guy won’t be eating any Turkey this thanksgiving, I know in our family, we are just thrilled to have him be part of all the fun!