Halloween 2005

I did my usual routine of checking in on my son after he has been asleep for over an hour. I make sure he's not twisted himself in an weird position and yes is still breathing and then I quietly exit the bedroom for the night. But tonight I stopped and watched him sleep for a while. He had his sheep blanket next to him and looked quite content. As I watched him I found myself in awe at this little being. It amazed me he started out as a single cell in his long journey into this world. I thought to myself, "did he really come out of my body?" What a little miracle. I feel truly blessed to have this little mentor in my life. I learn new things from him every day. Life's stresses and problems are meaningless when I look at him. In my eyes, he is what happiness is all about.

Below is a picture of him in his Halloween outfit. He had a great time trick or treating with his friend, Hannah. Hannah's mom and I have known eachother since we were 6 years old and we always went trick or treating together every single year as kids. We're hoping they will continue the tradition and are lucky enough to become good friends like Carol and I.