This boy. The oldest of my "littles" is no longer a little.
18 years old. A man.
I missed his birthday on Saturday. I was in Texas and didn't get to hug him! I was stuck doing the "I love you" over the phone.
Oh, how I wish he had been my boy for ALL 18 of those years.
I've had him for seven precious years.
It's not been picture perfect. Adoption never is. We've shed many tears over our John John.
There were many many days in those seven years when love was a choice and not a feeling.
There were many many times when the mountain seemed high, and I never thought we would get over it.
There were many many times when I despaired.
But I can say with no hesitation that he has been one of the best gift God has given us in our lives.
The transformation in his heart over these last seven years astounds me.
So encouraging to read what you wrote about John! Knowing he's loved and loving God back and the ones around him is awesome in any 18 year old!! Rejoicing he is yours
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ReplyDeleteAnd you didn't even mention how handsome he is! Happy birthday John.
ReplyDeleteHappy belated Birthday, hope you have an amazing and blessed year! ..Erika
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday, John!
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to John, and Happy Thanksgiving to everyone!
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