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My daughters birthday is an emotional time for me but I try not to get to teary(that has been hard on occasion). I find myself thinking about what milestones may have occured in her life over the past year and I find myself worring about how things are for her and if she is ok, growing up is hard to say the least. I know it may sound strange but said an extra prayer for her safety when she turned 16 and was able to drive.When she turned 18 I found myself thinking how I hope she takes the time to vote. I also thought of things I wished I could tell her and every year since her birth I have written her a birthday letter and now there are 21 of them. One day I hope to be able to give them to her, if she is interested. Until then I will keep writing. My own birthday is 4 days after my daughters and I celebrate for myself and for her each year.
There is not a cure for the hurt that you will feel at times Rebecca, but try to smile and celebrate for your child on his birthday because somewhere he is smiling, let that heal your heart. If you need an extra bit of self therapy, try writing letters for the occasion because it does wonders and may one day be valuable to your son.
Kitti
You cannot close the acorn once the oak begins to grow
And you cannot close your heart to what it fears and needs to know
That the hardest part of love is the letting go-Children of Eden
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