Like most parents, I have sacrificed over the years, without having to take a bullet. Although there have been times when I felt like I have taken a blade to my heart.
Over all, I wouldn’t change anything. Dalan has been a delight.
He has lighted my life even during some of my darkest hours. He has made me laugh and smile when I felt like shouting or crying. He has opened my eyes and helped me see situations a bit more clearly.
I’m extremely proud of Dalan and I love him more than the sky. I’m blessed to be his mom and I truly feel honored.
Happy Birthday, Dalan, my little bugs. I love you.
Pamela, dear friend, this post brought tears to my eyes!
ReplyDelete" He has lighted my life even during some of my darkest hours. He has made me laugh and smile when I felt like shouting or crying. He has opened my eyes and helped me see situations a bit more clearly."
Bellissima!
You know, it's funny because I'm not a parent myself, but for some reason I can so closely identify with HOW a parent feels about their children. Especially the bond between a mother and child.
HAPPY 20th BIRTHDAY, DALAN!!!! The best to you, buddy!
Thank you for sharing this post, Pam!
((((( You )))))
Have a super weekend....X
Ron, I can't believe how fast these last twenty years have gone. It seems like yesterday I was in the hospital holding my little Dalan! He's not so little anymore--over six feet and 190 lbs--and he can carry me now!! ;-)
ReplyDeleteI've always said that YOU have such a keen sense on how we parents feel about our children and that YOU would make such a wonderful dad. I think the reason you can relate to people so well is because you try to put yourself in their "shoes", so to speak. Not many people can do that. It's what makes you so special.
I'll read this post ( and your birthday wishes) to Dalan sometime this weekend. He's at Army drills. His chocolate cake (his fav) will have to wait too!
((YOU))
Handsome son, beautiful Mom. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteThank you, Bill!
ReplyDeleteY'all have the same smile! There's nothing like a mother's love and every time I get to see mine I give her one great big hug and am thankful to be so lucky. Dalan is just as lucky as I am and something tells me he knows that :) Great post! Is Dalan in the Army?
ReplyDeleteNate, I'll bet your mom is in her glory when you hug her. I know I feel that way when Dalan comes home from school and the first thing he does is give me a hug!
ReplyDeleteYes, he's in the Army Nat'l Guard. And even after the accident, he has no plans to quit. Makes me a nervous wreck!
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