After Baby...



I remember it so vividly..Last year, as we prepared to head over to Joe's parent's house, my nerves were running. We were about to share with them the news of a new member of the family. I was so excited about it, but I hardly realized how special that moment would be. We all decorated the tree as we usually do. The lights were strung carefully. His grandmother's felted ornaments, each individually adorned with sequins and beads, and put in the box so delicately, all made their way to the tree. When we were all done, we sat back in the glow of the beautiful tree. Joe and I had a special present that needed opening right then we insisted. It was a plaque that said, "Grandchildren are God's way of compensating us for growing old." We watched as they opened the package. Their faces took a minute to adjust. The thoughts were so visible. We were able to actually watch their lives change!! In all of a moment, everything became Before Baby and After Baby! It was absolutely magical!

This year, we don't have such spectacular news to share, but we do have a new little member to share all these traditions with! I can't wait for Patrick to take a peek at that beautiful tree, and in future years, decorate it himself with Grandma and Grandpa!

I wish you all happy traditions as each year passes by, but especially, this year!