Dude, you are so cool.
My son turns 5 today. It’s funny because there are many, many things I thought shortly after he was born, but never once did I think, “We will survive this for the next five years.”
He is my gentle child, my kind soul. The one who tends to be more laid back and accepting of his environment (this is the point when you read: yes, my daughter continues to throw epic temper tantrums of fury when the zipper on her jacket proves insurmountable)
Yet despite his easy demeanor, he has given us a share of rather serious fits throughout his young life.
He entered this world with severe, severe colic, that left his father and I sleepless for months, sobbing to drown out the literal 48 hr. periods of non-stop screaming, and wondering what the heck we had gotten ourselves into.
He broke his femur bone, badly, at 28 mo. and landed himself in a body cast. The resulting impact means that he is still now continuing with physical therapy services over 2 and a half years later.
He recently required a very scary-for-his-parents eye surgery.
Also, like many parents, we scratch our heads A LOT over what is “normal” boy behavior, what might red flag attention concerns and whether summer birthdays and Kindergarten are a good match.
It’s exhausting.
The thing is, when this sweet child joined us in this world on June 2, 2009, we had no freakin’ clue what we were in for. But we knew it would be huge.
And we also knew we couldn’t do it.
But we did.
I’m not sure how the “Oh craaaaaap!” became 5 years, but it did. We made it! And the flip side of all our doubt is the most beautiful, brilliant, good-hearted little boy, and we couldn’t be more grateful.
Happy 5th birthday, Isaac. We love you with all our hearts.
And now as Mommy types this, she is off to attempt to make you a homemade giant s’more cake. I’m sorry in advance. xo, angel.
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Happy 5, little guy
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Jen b says
This was so sweet , I got chills. Because he is so damn sweet it’s ridiculous. It’s from all the love and care you provided him with through all of those challenging times in life.. What great role models he has!
Please give him a hug from the crazy family around the block…
Meredith says
Nah, it’s all his super sitter, Miss Jen that makes the difference 😉 xo
stacey says
Wow. Sometimes when you have to fight so hard for something, it turns out to be the greatest blessing. Obviously, Isaac is an amazing, resilient child! I’m so glad he is healthy and happy for his big day!! And happy “birth”-day to his mama!!
Meredith says
I love that word resilient–says it all. Thanks, Stacey.
Courtney says
Ha! I think we all feel this way that you described. No one has any idea what they are doing, and I’ve learned that means you’re doing it right. Happy birthday, Isaac!
Meredith says
This makes me feel so much more normal, Courtney–xo.
Ashey @ 3 Little Greenwoods says
Awesome job, Mama! Give him a big ole happy birthday hug for the 3 Little Greenwoods!
~ Ashley
Meredith says
On it! Thanks, Ashley 🙂
Ariel says
What a great milestone! There’s something about 5 years that feels kinda epic. Sounds like a much-loved wonderful kid who’s getting a really awesome birthday cake 🙂
Meredith says
Not sure about the awesome part, but definitely made with love, Ariel! 😉
Bethany Thies says
The big transition! Little to big. You did it…all of you. Happy birthday.
Meredith says
“Little to big”–:) xo, Bethany.
rina says
So proud of you! You’ve handled everything that’s been given to you awesomely and Isaac is such a great kid! Happy Birthday Isaac!
Meredith says
Aw, thanks, Rina–you have been with us through every step and we love you!
Roshni says
Aww!! Happy birthday to him and may his supply of s’mores never run out!!
Meredith says
What a sweet wish for a kiddo, Roshni! 🙂
Cynthia Gabriele Sprouts Consignment Boutique says
I was blessed to be a part of his party & able to wish Isaac a big happy birthday in person. Thank you for letting me enter into your world! I am truly blessed with your friendship.
Meredith says
We are blessed to have YOU in our lives, Miss Cindy! xo!
WhenCrazyMeetsExhaustion says
I’m late but hoping there’s still cake?? Happy 0-5, little big man!
Meredith says
ALWAYS cake for you, babe 🙂