Happy Decade Day, Camden Boos!

January 8, 2018

Happy Birthday Camden!!

How have we arrived at TEN already? I remember so vividly the first time you were placed into my arms. It was though I had known you my entire life.

You, My Biggest, made me a Mommy and we had 21 months of endless snuggles  and experiences prior to the arrival of little Dash.

It’s hard believe that for the first 8 years of your precious life, I did not know Jesus…

But HE knew and loved me… and He knew EXACTLY what I needed!

Camden Jon, our Great All Knowing God sent your Daddy and I the most precious gift in YOU!

A sweet, easy, relaxed, adorable cuddle bundle of love, who in one second, became my world.

You, my son, were the spark that ignited the possibility of God again in my heart.

The Lord sent you as a miracle messenger.

A child who would lead and teach me about unconditional love and joy unspeakable.

A child who would teach me how to be still.

A child who would show me that daily miracles do exist.

Camden, you have been teaching me as I have been leading you!

Thank you JESUS for choosing me to raise this incredibly loving boy.

These years have truly flown by.

The weepy days spent staring at you as a tiny newborn just in awe that you were ours. Daily walks through our neighborhood in West Hills, California, and the sweetness of the middle of the night feedings when the entire world was sleeping but you and I.

Those days passed so quickly and suddenly, we moved from California to Tennessee. The next thing I knew- we were celebrating your first birthday!  Then… your second… third…forth…and now…today you are TEN!

Cam, God placed you in my heart before He placed me in the world. You have always been a part of me… of Daddy…. since the beginning of time.

You are an exceptional boy filled with passion for a “sic” bass track, basketball and of course- cars-cars-cars. A boy who prefers athletic wear to jeans {I don’t blame you, kiddo}, is mildly obsessed with Sports Center, and is already referring to himself as a Pre Teen!! Oh My Word!!

Still, you hold my hand in public.

Still, you call me mama!

Still, you cuddle up so close to me on the couch!

Still and forevermore, you will always be my baby!

This year brought a new depth in our Kingdom Journey together as a family!

It was my extreme and profound honor to have you and your brother escort me to your Daddy on the day of our vow renewal. A heavenly dream come true! 

Being a witness while you shared the love of Christ with complete strangers and also, boldly and in full faith praying for healing and salvation for those that whom love melts, my Mama Heart.

Gone are the days of the Trying Twos and Threes.

Gone are the days of the Fabulous Fours and Fives.

You have officially entered the Land of Big Boy.  

This year closed out a season of Santa, the Tooth Fairy, and the Easter Bunny and opened up a new depth in conversations about the TRUE Reason for the seasons.

We talked in detail about how babies are made and the plans and promises that God has for your amazing life! That HE has already selected your wife {time please slow down} and that your future and hope is in HIM alone!

Your kindness is a reflection of Jesus and I know that He is so very pleased with His Treasure… His Camden!

Your earthly name means: “From The Winding Valley”

Your kingdom name is: Leader

My cherub, you led me From the Winding Valley to the Promise of Eternity!

Knowing we have only eight more years before you are officially a man makes my heart ache and sing all at once! You too will understand this feeling when you are a parent!

What a joy it is to be your Mommy!

I promise to always listen! I promise to tell you why when you ask, and to be your biggest cheerleader! I will hold your hand as long as you let me. I will let you go when you tell me it’s time.

My arms are wide open and my heart will forever explode daily with a unique and special love that is reserved ONLY for You, my Spirit Filled Boy!

Your future is brighter than the sun and filled with the SON!

You hold an endless power of Truth within and in Him alone you can do all things!

I love you more than words could ever capture.

You are my First! My Biggest! My Treasure! My Exceptional Star! My Joy! My Heart! My Greatest Gift!

 Happy Decade Day, Camden Boos!!!

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE: Mommy

Lullaby

Dixie Chicks

They didn't have you where I come from
Never knew the best was yet to come
Life began when I saw your face
And I hear your laugh like a serenade

How long do you wanna be loved
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you wanna be loved
Is forever enough
'Cause I'm never, never giving you up

I slip in bed when you're asleep
To hold you close and feel your breath on me
Tomorrow there'll be so much to do
So tonight I'll drift in a dream with you

How long do you wanna be loved (how long do you wanna be loved)
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you wanna be loved (how long do you wanna be loved)
Is forever enough
'Cause I'm never, never giving you up

As you wander through this troubled world
In search of all things beautiful
You can close your eyes when you're miles away
And hear my voice like a serenade

How long do you wanna be loved (how long do you wanna be loved, do you wanna be loved)
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you wanna be loved (how long do you wanna be loved, do you wanna be loved)
Is forever enough
'Cause I'm never, never giving you up

How long do you wanna be loved (how long do you wanna be loved, do you wanna be loved, do you wanna be loved)
Is forever enough, is forever enough
How long do you wanna be loved (how long do you wanna be loved, do you wanna be loved, do you wanna be loved)
Is forever enough
'Cause I'm never, never giving you up

Is forever enough
'Cause I'm never, never giving you up