I can't believe there are only 5 more days until Christmas, where has the time gone?! This holiday season, and every holiday season for at least the past 16 years, I am thankful for family. Christmas Day 1992 my sister and I flew to England to be with my Dad who was very sick. Three weeks later we lost him and the holidays have been tough ever since, especially for my mother. I am blessed to have a Mom who is always there for me and who is supportive. She is always there when I need her and is always eager to have Matthew. Last night she sat with Matthew while Mondo and I went to his Christmas party. When we got home the two of them were snuggled in watching a movie and soon after our return, they enjoyed some books together. My mom is an avid reader and I hope that's something Matthew picks up from his "Baba" because Mondo and I aren't readers.
I am also thankful for my sister, who always keeps us guessing about where she's going and what she's doing. Secretly there's a part of me that would like to be the adventurer like she is. I am thankful for my loving and supportive husband. I don't know how he puts up with me some days, but I love him more now than I did when we met. He's amazing, strong and so fabulous to watch with Matthew. I love sneaking moments when he doesn't know I'm watching and seeing him and Matthew interacting together.
And finally, there aren't enough words to express my love and feelings for the amazing miracle that blessed us nearly four years ago. Matthew is everything I hoped for and more of what I didn't know I wanted or needed. His amazing smile, wonderful personality, keen sense of humor and pleasant demeanor make him the bundle that I call son, and I couldn't ask for anything more.
I am thankful for what I have and miss what I have lost. Merry Christmas to friends and family near and far. I love you and I'm glad to have you in my life.
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