Love and Faith

Well, now on to Josiah.  Well, I can't believe we have made it through our first month of kindergarten!!

Josiah, oh, Josiah...my firstborn.  You are the child that has been physically with us the longest.  You are the oldest...and oh, the responsibilities that come with that...and all the trial runs of Mommy and Daddy trying to figure this parenting thing out. 

I know there has been a lot of changes the last few months...a new baby, starting kindergarten, Daddy's work schedule changing.  I know you are more aware of the changes than your siblings are.  I know there are times when it effects you more, but you are like your Daddy in the sense that you are a smiley kinda guy and just go with the flow.  Josiah, this is a good characteristic to have...this is one thing I love about your Daddy...he has a faith and strength in God that doesn't waiver in changing times.  You also are such an affectionate little boy.  You have an overflowing of love to share with others...through a big hug, kiss on the cheek, a hand on an arm or a leg.  As you grow, I pray that you continue to show others love...that you realize that the love you have is an overflow of the love you receive from Jesus.  I pray that as you grow, your faith will not be wavered because of circumstances, but that you realize that your circumstances are an opportunity to relate to those around you and to show them the love of Jesus.  I love you, Josiah Potter, and I am so honored to be your momma!

Happy 5th Birthday!

Well, our first born is five today!!  It really seems like yesterday that we were finding out that we were pregnant with you.  Just like yesterday we were going to the hospital to meet you.  Just like yesterday that you were learning to sit up.  Crawl. Walk. Talk. Run.  I can't believe you will be starting kindergarten in September.  Most mommies would be sad to see their child dropped off for the first day of kindergarten, but our family is blessed that we get to home school our kiddos.  I will be a little sad because you are growing up...with you being our first born, there will always be a lot of sadness watching you do all the firsts.  But we know you are growing into the man God desires you to be and to be a part of that journey makes me find joy in my heart!

Josiah, your dad and I are so honored to be your parents.  You may never know how truly thankful we are to be your parents.  We love you, Josiah Potter!!