From the time Audrey was a fresh tiny little newborn placed into my arms, I have prayed in thanks for "this most precious gift". There are so many "things" given as gifts that hold importance in some people's lives. Aaron is beyond what I had hoped for in a husband & he will forever have my heart, but to me, the most precious gift I have ever received is the gift of life in our daughter, Audrey Lynn.
I decided to celebrate that this year and buy Audrey her own beautiful flower, she got to pick out the color--she loved it. :) I also decided to buy some wine for the parents & a small bouquet for myself as a celebration & reminder of the gift I have received in Audrey & also having been a mother for two entire years. I whole heartily believe life begins at conception, therefore I became a mother 8 1/2 months earlier...however, on December 8th it became tangible & real & my heart expanded to allow an out pour of love.
I may do this every year on Audrey's birthday since December 8th is such a significant date to me. It was the day I truly became a mother receiving my most precious gift & the start of gifts to come....
One of my all-time favorite verses in the Bible:
"Every good & perfect Gift comes from above"
--James 1:17
A very happy Birthday Girl!
