Can someone explain where the last five years went?

See that darling little guy there...he turned 5 today! Now I am not sure how that happened since it seems like only yesterday that picture was taken. I said to myself when Benjamin was born that I would treasure every minute I spent with him because as I watched him come into this world I had to pinch myself...how could my beautiful baby girl have turned into that beautiful woman giving me the greatest gift I could ever imagine? It was all just too surreal. So as we all gathered together to celebrate this wonderful milestone of turning 5 I took a little journey down memory lane.

Benjamin came into this world on his own terms and gave us all a little scare when he had to be given a little help with his breathing...he does like to do things his own way! Once the medical people were sure all was well he headed off to visit with mom and dad and a very happy Nana (yep, that is me). Soon it was off to Nana's house where we all stayed together until their place was ready for the three of them to move in. This made me very happy as I was able to spend lots of time with my new little guy. We formed a very special and strong bond, one that will last a life time. We even have our own song...Good night, Sleep tight. And it wasn't too long until I gave him a nickname...Boo...his favorite game was peak-a-boo and so he became Boo. Last night as we cuddled in bed he said I can always call him Boo (yes, that is the sound of my heart melting).

The last five years have been filled with several trips to Disneyland (his favorite place in the whole world), family vacations down to Newport Beach, overnights at Nana's house, and going to the movies. Now I know I am going to sound like a bragging Nana, but going to the movies with Boo is an experience. He sits in his chair with a bag of popcorn and drink and watches the movie. He doesn't get up and down or run around...he just sits there watching the movie it is really a kick and he has been doing this since he was a little more than two. We have read stories, put puzzles together, we have gone to build-a-bear and made bears, we have sung songs, we have danced, and snuggled under the covers watching cartoons.

So as I sit here having pizza with my dearest friends celebrating Benjamin turning FIVE I have to offer up a prayer of thanksgiving to God for blessing my life so abundantly! And look forward to the many adventures Benjamin and I am sure to have.... HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BENJAMIN