In awe...

Today I will remember how in awe I am watching him grow up. After having a child who has to work, work, for everything...watching Hendrix explore and figure his world out is nothing short of awe inspiring. I am thankful for the order in which I had my boys...for the opportunity that I have, with each, to notice the little things, to take nothing for granted. 

Laughter...

Today I will remember how they laugh...the giggles that start so deep within. I will remember the way that they make one another laugh, like no one else can. I will remember the pitch, the sweetness, the innocence, the perection in a single giggle...and just how contagious it is. 

Comfort...

Today I will remember the sweet snuggles of a sick little who just wants the comfort of his momma. I will remember the fact that he sleeps best with his head propped on my shoulder...the whisper of his sweet breath  and the rhythm that it finds in his sleep. 

His sweet voice...

Today I will remember the sweetness of his childhood voice. The air in his speech, the careful pronunciation of a new word. The excitement he has for his new accomplishments, his eagerness to learn and to participate. The way that he points to every picture and so sweetly and so softly states "baby" regardless of whether or not there is an actual baby in the picture. The raspy sound of his innocence in the morning and the way that it renews me when I reach into the crib each day.

Oh baby...

Happy birthday Hendrix Reed Bush! We are so happy to have you!