[Please play video while reading for maximum heart tug effect :)]
We danced to your favorite song today. It was your birthday, and we were home alone, and we had the volume turned up as loud as we could stand it. And while we danced, I wished that this song would never end.
We were dancing and laughing, and you suddenly stopped and looked at me, and said, "Mom, it looks like you're going to cry..."
I answered, "No...no, this isn't crying. It's laughter through tears, and it's the best feeling in the world. It means my heart is so full it can't hold anymore."
Which must've made perfect sense to you, because you went right back into the song as if you had never left it. And so did I.
Happy Birthday, Baby E. When you saw me getting quiet while I watched you open your presents today, it's because I couldn't believe I'm the one who gets to be your mommy.
See this picture of us together? See my face? That's the way you make me feel. Everyday.
Like I won the lottery.
I love you.
Happy Birthday!
I LOVED this post. So sweet!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Bossy! I could write forever on him, so why even start? There's just not enough words...thanks for getting it :)
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to big boy E! Such a nice post and I totally know how you feel. Excuse me while I go rescue my little guy back from his crib and put him right beside me again.:)
ReplyDeleteSo sweet. And a good reminder to grab hold of these moments every day! Happy birthday, Mama!
ReplyDeleteI love how you explained your "near tears." So well put. Again, you just have a wonderful way of writing.
ReplyDeleteSo sweet! I loved this! I feel the same way about my little guy who turns 8 in a few short weeks. *sigh*
ReplyDeleteSo who is that? I want to get that CD. I'm hopeless out of touch with song artists. My kids and I listened to it and danced together. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday E!!
ReplyDeleteThis post was precious!
I absolutely love the name of your blog! Brilliant!!
WOW.
ReplyDeleteAwesome~and what is that crazying flying contraption you are in? Looks like fun!
ReplyDeleteOh I got the full effect! And saw right into your heart girl. Now I'm in need of a fresh make up application or my husband will just think I have my period again. This was beautiful. Happy Birthday E!
ReplyDeleteSweetest post of the day! Oh and how I love this song!
ReplyDeleteAwww..perfect...Happy birthday ..Woo Hoo..!
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I cry for joy. But I also cry because I "played Mom" to Tommy for more than half his life. And even though my head knows I'm not the Mom, it still makes me sad that he doesn't like me more. In a way I imagine that it would be a betrayal to his real Mom. I know that we all need our mothers. We need to be loved by them and we really, really need to love them. I want him to have his Mom. I want him to love his Mom.
Right now I'd settle for not being dis-liked.
Celebrate! What a beautiful and inspiring birthday message!
Thanks for sharing a slice of your life. I love, love reading your blog.
Oh Happy Birthday to your son. How lovely to see a picture of the two of you together having fun. I hope you continue to have a wonderful day together.
ReplyDeleteExcellent blog and a Happy Birthday to your boy.
ReplyDeleteAre you really pedaling on that ride? Is that what makes it go?
Happy Birthday, "E," you've got a lovely mommy (I'm sorry, Empress!). Stopped by to say high from Lady Bloggers Society. Come visit when you get a chance.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet post. I admit I got a little sniffly (not sure if that's a word). It's just too hard to let these kids grow up, isn't it??
ReplyDeleteMrs. Mayhem: tell me about it. xoxoxoxo
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!! I love birthdays. We always tell stories about the funny things they did when they were little. Kids never tire of hearing about themselves. Heck, none of us do!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday from a half brain!
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ReplyDeleteAww. So sweet! Warms my heart and makes me think of my mom... :)
ReplyDeleteThis is so sweet. I hope he had a fantastic birthday!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to E! Awwwwww!! This is soooo sweet!
ReplyDeleteYay!! Happy birthday!! And I love the that phrase "laughter through tears." I totally had a moment like that last night with my son while putting him to bed. And I just couldn't believe that I get to be his mama. what a wonderful gift!!
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ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your little one. You certainly look like your having a wonderful time.
Awe, how cute is that!! Love that song, too. Hey soul sister.... hehe :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for commenting on my blog. And congrats on your little guy's b-day. Personally, I'm very glad I'm done with the parenting thing but he looks like a fantastic kid. And where in the world is that picture? That looks like a blast! :)
Oh my, there are tears in my eyes, and I have never even met you or Baby E! I love the ending of your post - how you feel this everyday, how you have won the lottery. Oh so true. Wishing Baby E and his lovely mommy a wonderful year!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your son!! Love the pic of the two of you together. So sweet!!
ReplyDeleteOh and I love your family story and the names you picked out for your kids!
Ta Ta...
Megan
http://reddirtandcrazy.blogspot.com/
What an incredibly sweet post!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to your son!
Aww, what a beautiful post. Happy birthday to Baby E! And I just love that song. Don't you just love days like that that remind you just how lucky you are to be the mother of your children. I may have my rough days as a mom, but I try to remember to appreciate them becuase they are truly the best gifts I've ever been given. Thank you for reminding me to appreciate them. Great post!
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ReplyDeleteWhat a joyful post.
ReplyDeleteHAPPY BIRTHDAY BABY E!!!!!!
cheers,
jj
What a sweet post. Happy Birthday Baby E!
ReplyDeleteThis is so awesome! I love it! Happy Birthday, Baby E!
ReplyDeleteThank you to all for Baby E's well wishes. He is loving the internet love! He truly is! Thank you, you lovelies...xoxoxoxoxo
ReplyDeleteI am just now getting to this post...love it, love it. How old is Baby E? The picture is great, so cool to see the 2 of you having fun. I hope his birthday is just fab. :)
ReplyDeleteLaughing till tears IS sooooooooo one of the best feelings in the world. True open bursting happiness.
ReplyDelete:)Lisa
Oh my goodness, you've got me all choked up. What a beautiful, touching post.
ReplyDeleteI am feeling all mushy now. That is a great photo...Happy Birthday to Baby E. I {heart} my boy too.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Baby E!!!!
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Happy Bday baby E!!! PS That was the sweetest post and sweetest photo ever. Thanks for sharing it with us!!! XOXOXOXOXXO
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