December 17th, 2009
1:05 a.m.
8 lbs. 2 oz.
21 inches long
St. Mary's Hospital
It's crazy how that information is my whole life, my whole world. It all started with that. Well it really all started at 5 am on December 16th. My alarm went off at 5 am to get up and get ready for school. I had my 39 week appointment that day and it was my Kindergarten class's holiday party that day. I only had 1 more day to go until Winter Break!
But, when I woke up I knew something wasn't right. I just felt different. I was having contractions but didn't know it at the time. So, I called Dianna and Melissa to let them know that I thought I was in labor. They were both so excited and I was just in shock. My sister was staying with us at the time so she was talking me through the whole process. But for me step number one was shower, hair, make up. If I was going to meet the man of my dreams at some point I wanted to look somewhat put together! So, I got all that done and went in to my appointment at 2:00. All I had eaten that day was a nutri grain bar - huge mistake - and I was wearing a velour track suit and rainbows on my fat feet. I honestly didn't think I was going to have Beckett that night. I don't know what I was thinking but Neal was definitely caught off guard. When I saw my Dr. she affirmed that yes I was in labor and if I wanted to walk over to labor and delivery that she would break my water and get things rolling. Thank God Kay was there to help me make that decision! We decided - why not? Might as well get the ball rolling!
So, I walked over there, got hooked up, called Neal (!!!) and had my water broke! The IV hurt like a bia! Once the contractions got worse I had an epidural put it in and was able to nap for a couple hours. Around 11:00 pm I woke up and was fully dilated and ready to start pushing. By that point the epidural had worn off and it was too late to get another one - yikes. If y'all know me then you know that nothing about me is "natural" so I had no desire to do THAT all natural! But, I started pushing, and 2 hours later - a terrified husband and supportive sister - I pushed that kid out at 1:05 am!!!!!
I will never forget that rush of emotions and everything leading up to that moment of seeing him for the first time. He had the cord wrapped around his neck twice so the nurses took him at first and got him situated before I could hold him. While he was getting cleaned up mommy got stitched up - holy geez that was almost worse than the labor to me!!! But kissing his perfectly round head for the first time was the best moment of my life.
That first day was a blur between the nurses, dr.s, photographer, pediatrician etc. He had jaundice so had to be kept under the lights, which was torture for me, and when they took him to have his circumcision I thought my heart was going to break in half! Obviously he is fine now but I did not want to let him go!! While we were in the hospital it started to snow, and snow, and snow. We watched from our windows in the ante-partum wing (post partum was full...full moon) so we were the only people in ante-partum with a baby! Needless to say we were STUCK in the hospital until the 20th with pretty much nothing - no food (cafeteria was closed) no clothes and no one could get in or out the ice was so bad. Definitely a 5 days to remember :)
3 years later I can honestly say that Beckett, my buddy, my muffin, my amazing son is the absolute most hysterical part to ALL of my days, the biggest smile that comes to my face, the best hugs I could have ever imagined receiving. We dance, sing, and play every day. You are my "helper too" and my favorite words that you say to me are "mommy hold you." I will always hold you, baby.
Beckett - you are the funniest, smartest, most creative, loving little boy I have ever known and I am honored to be your mommy. Thank you for making my life, my heart and my soul completely happy and full. Happy 3rd Birthday B!!!
"Son, what's your hurry boy, slow it down. Taste the wild honey. Listen to the sounds of the wind that's blowing through the trees. Rivers flow in to the seas. Yeah they're all headin' home just like you and me. Life's for livin' child can't you see that these are the days we will remember. These are the times that won't come again. The highest of flames becomes an ember and you've gotta live 'em while you can. So, take 'em by the hand, they're yours and mine."
All About Beckett at Age 3 ~ 12.17.12 ~
Favorite Song: Jingle Bells
Favorite Show: Max and Ruby
Favorite Food: Cookies
Favorite Toy: Thomas the Tank Engine
Favorite Pretend Game: Playing Chef
Favorite Holiday: Halloween
Favorite Color: Purple
Favorite Book: Things That Go
Bed Time: 8:00
Proudest Accomplishment: Peeing and Pooping in the potty - high five!
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