I wanted to say "Happy 6th Birthday to my sweet little preshy Maxy"... but for some reason, this birthday feels like he is stepping forward even faster out of little kid world, and really growing up. He really IS my sweet and lovey little Maxy, I love his sweetness and affection that he still lavishes on those he loves. But now it is tempered with an awareness of manhood, and feels more obligated to take care of his own business, and be a strong and capable boy. I love that about him. What an amazing person he will be, if he can hold on to both "sides" to his personality.
He is a deep, thoughtful, caring and insightful boy. He is funny, a quiet leader, and a good example for Marcus. Being his mother has brought me enough joy to fill an ocean! I am also reminded how God has His hand on Max, when I consider his two major brushes with danger as a baby, and then even earlier this summer, his sister Marin pulled him out of our friend's pool where he slipped in a little too deep. The silent danger of water, it is a real thing and I got a major wake up call. But again, I see God at work keeping eyes on Max to preserve and protect his life (Marin may become a lifeguard someday, because this is the SECOND younger child she has pulled out of the water this summer, when their parent was distracted). All this to say, I feel thankful and sober when I think about the times God has pulled Max back from the brink, and given him healthy and happy days.
I will never stop celebrating and enjoying birthdays, no matter how old I get. The older, the better, I say! The more years you have, the longer God has given you life on this earth. What a gift. Happy 6 years to my little gift, Max.
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| Birthday cereal: Lucky Charms |
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| Still not too old for THIS! |
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In the club!
Big kid coloring books, just like the girls have! |
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| Special blanket from Mom |
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| Birthday boy's request for dinner: Spaghetti Factory! |
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| Madeline made him an ice cream cone from construction paper :) |
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