One year ago today, a miracle happened to our family when this beautiful baby boy
came. He had rough beginnings being born two months early.
I remember I was in SUCH denial that morning that this was actually
happening. "He couldn't come, he just couldn't come. The
doctor will stop it."I waited at home a little too long before actually
leaving for the hospital. I arrived at the hospital. I was in total
denial all morning until the second I started pushing. He entered this
world, quiet and purple but quickly gained color. I remember the peace
that poured over me. "Everything is going to be ok." I felt peace when I
had to say goodbye to him just before he was transported to the NICU. I
had to wait two days until I could be released from the hospital to go
with him. He is a FIGHTER. His little body, his strong spirit and a
loving and mindful Heavenly Father are what got me through those first
couple months, and the whole year. I also couldn't have gotten through
it without loving family and friends. Joseph has the sweetest and
strongest spirit about him. You can see his strength through his bright
eyes. Happy Birthday Joseph boy!
Here are Joseph's morning greeters. He wasn't quite sure what was going on. :)
As part of tradition for first birthdays, we take the boys to the Provo Library for story time. We sure love and miss that library.
After the library, we went to one of our favorite restaurants "Cubby's" in Provo.
After singing "Happy Birthday" to the birthday boy, he dove into his cupcake.
"Face to Face!"
He ate THE WHOLE CUPCAKE! Amazing.
The following Sunday we had family over for a little birthday party for our little guy.
Happy 1st Birthday Joseph boy! We love you!
