He Would Be 15

What I should be doing today is making the Birthday Boy his b-day breakfast, maybe some pancakes with a few candles poking out the top, with some juice and any of his other favorites on the side and either have it waiting for him on the kitchen table or serve it to him in bed.

But I can’t.

I can’t because I don’t know what his favorites are.  

This is something I have to live with on a daily basis.  All of these unanswered questions that a parent should know about their kids.  The simple things I will never, ever know.

I wonder about the small things all the time.  What would he look like?  How tall would he be?  Would he have a girlfriend?  What would his voice sound like?  Would he be one of those kids who aren’t afraid to tell their Mother’s they love them in front of their friends?  I would like to think he would be.  How big would his hugs be now?  

Oh, his hugs.  How I miss them.  His hugs always made me feel like it really was going to be ok.

What I wouldn’t do for another one of his wonderful hugs.  Only this time, I’d be sure to never let go.

I want to wish Mikey a Happy 15th Birthday today!

I love you more than words can say.

Loving you always,

Mommy.

For those of you who don’t know the full story and care to, you can read it all Here

Oh My Goodness…

This is a wee bit weird, yet a whole lotta cute!

No Words Can Express

Tragedy struck one of my favorite Edmonton Oiler goalies over the weekend.  Jussi Markkanen and his wife Sanna-maria suffered a tragic loss on Sunday, September 21.  Their oldest son, 4 year old Olli took a tragic fall out of their 5th floor apartment window.

As a parent and someone who has lost a child, I am still at a loss for words.  I just know that Olli will be deeply missed by his family and friends.  Especially his Mother, Father and younger brother, Juho.

My heart goes out to the Markkanen family.

Welcoming….

My nephew Jacob!

He came into the world a little earlier than expected (he was due on the 25th) but is a happy, healthy little boy!  My sister is doing great and my brother-in-law is happier than anything to have a boy.

My niece, Colby will make a great big sister!

Can’t wait to see them again tomorrow!

Need To Pee Your Pants?

This has to be one of the BEST videos I have ever seen in a long time.  If you are in need of cheering up, having a bad day or just need a chuckle?

Bust out the diapers, because you will need them.