Dear First Born Son~
Thirty years ago the glimmer of you became reality. My dreams of being a mom began to take shape and come to life. The cuddling of baby dolls was no longer a symbol of hopes to come, but now represented a gift of all that was to be.
My dreams filled a space of longing and fulfillment. The span of years from the first spark of desiring motherhood to the actual conception were many. The struggles along the way caused the spark to dim, but never completely fade. Dreams become beautiful gifts to unwrap and hold when we let them freely fly to God.
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On July 15, we celebrated you – thirty years of smiles, laughter, fun and challenges. I still see the blond, tow-headed little boy filled with curiosity, questions and a desire to figure everything out. Your gift of music and creativity as well as skills in technology make you a beautiful blend of right and left brain.
Today I still have dreams for you, my first born son. Dreams that will carry you forward into this next decade. Hope and belief that God will use the best you that you have to give for His kingdom. God gave me you thirty years ago and this gift continues to bless and grow each year.
May you always see God in each and everyday. Trust in Him and treasure the gifts that He blessed you with as you seek to honor Him. You are just beginning to tap into the gifts God has created in you. I can’t wait to see what’s next!
Love always,
Mom
***To all my lovely friends, who stop by and encourage me often, thank you. I pray you indulge me this birthday letter to my first born son. It is a milestone I wanted to celebrate.
Since I am in the process of moving, I will be taking a little sabbatical from writing regularly. My brain is on overload from packing, planning, implementing and everything else you need when you move. I hope to be back the end of August. My official move will take place the middle of August. Please pray that everything continues to fall into place and that I have the strength and stamina to complete all the tasks.
In the meantime, feel free to go back and read your favorite posts. Enjoy all summer has to offer! See you soon!
Praying right now for God’s grace over your move, friend. Glad you’re wise to recognize the need for a break! 🙂 We don’t have to be so driven, do we?
And your dream for your son is the same as my dream for my young adult boy. 🙂
It’s always a blessing when you stop by! I love how God never stops teaching us in every moment. I also know that sons and moms have a special bond. Praying for your son as he makes his way through college.
What a beautiful celebration of your precious son, Mary. That picture is absolutely adorable! What a little angel. I hope you’re enjoying your time offline, my friend. I took quite a bit of that this summer as well. I would love to see you sometime when you finish getting settled.
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This is a heartwarming letter.
Beautiful , love !
Thank you!
A wonderful letter, Mary! Praying for you as you tackle this big adventure called moving!
Thank you June! It is quite overwhelming to move as you know. I am looking forward to being in my new place.
Mary,
Happy Birthday to your son!! Oh how they love to step into big shoes lol!! Yes, take a sabbatical from writing and take care of the business of moving. I know that God has already prepared a place for you there and I will be praying that all goes smoothly with the move and settling in. Oh how I remember many seasons in “Box Land” after moves. May God give you the strength and perseverance to make it through!!
Blessings sweet friend and here’s to more happy memories to be made in your new place!
Bev xo
I will pass along your birthday wishes. I love the picture of my son wearing his dad’s shoes. They love to be the big kid even before their time. Pray for me as I enter the world of “box land” and hopefully leave it again quickly. I appreciate your sweet prayers. Thinking of you as you head to She Speaks.
Happy celebrating, so special! Praying for a peaceful move and for God to be all the glory! May you find rest in HIS presence amongst the boxes.
Thank you Jennie! I pray I find God among the boxes and any other details still to come. I’m blessed you stopped by to encourage me.
As a mum of boys . . . well, you know that I “get” this post on a deep level, so thanks for sharing it.
And I’ll miss you in the upcoming weeks, but will be praying for daily grace and special strength to carry you through the upheaval of a move. Looking forward to hearing in retrospect how God provided and how He encouraged you!
Yes you understand it times four. Now you have two of your boys married. Time flies by so fast. I’ll miss this beautiful community but I appreciate your encouragement and prayers along the way.