When I was a teenager, defiant and full of dreams and expectations, I don't think I ever envisioned kids in my future. Not that I didn't want them, they just didn't fit in to my plans for myself. I never had that overwhelming desire to be a wife and mommy.
Well, obviously things changed, one kid at a time for six years until I had a d'oh moment where I realized, yes, indeed I did have four children.
But before that, there was my eldest niece. I was still in the highlight of my turbulent twenties when she came around. At first she was almost like a novelty. It didn't seem real that my little sister had such a cute little thing. Let me tell you. Since she was just a small bundle of action and pep, that little girl stole my heart. She was the only kid around for three years until I had my oldest, and she got ALL the attention. I don't know how I sat through so many Veggie Tales videos, but for her, I did. Even when I had been out since 3 am the night before.
Since then I've been blessed to have three more of my own, but also to have another niece and a nephew. Today is my nephew's 11th birthday. He's my little buddy and I really miss him. I wish I could be there to celebrate with him. Since we have moved, I don't see them like I want to. But they hold a special place in my heart and they are my blessing for the day. LOVE my guys!!
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