Friday, July 10, 2009

Thoughts...

I have been thinking lately about how grateful I am for this thing called a blog! Five years ago I'd never heard the word "blog" and now I love it! I have debated many times whether or not I should go private, but I just can't decide! More than anything I am grateful for the chance blogging has given me to connect with other "heart mother's" and I don't want to lose that. I love reading other family's stories and everything they have gone through. I also am grateful for the constant updates we recieve on how things are going. For example, there is a baby named Ethan, who is struggling right now and everyday I am so anxious to see how he is doing. I am so amazed by him and the strength of his parents while going through such a tough time.

While reading about Ethan and other heart babies lately I have felt a deep sense of graditude for my sweet Kyson. He is doing so well. I am in awe of his Spirit. He has this ability to make everyone around him happy. You can't help but smile when you see him. Whenever we go to the store he makes everyone we walk past smile. He waves and points at everyone until they wave back and then he gets so excited and gives them a huge smile. It is quite contagious! I really do think he has made many people's day a little brighter just by saying hi to him. It is a gift he has.

I've often wondered what Kyson's journey through life will be like. No matter what I know he has a mission to fulfill and there is a reason he is here. I'm not sure what the Lord has in store for him in the future but right now I am deeply grateful to have him in my life.

Here's another picture of my boys that I love. I am so blessed.


Just look at that smile! My heart just melts when I see it, and I am the lucky mother who gets to see it hundreds of times a day!!!

8 comments:

Heather said...

Look at that grin! He is such a joy. Love him.

francb53 said...

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughts about Kyson and Ethan. As I have shared with you before, I love seeing Kyson at church because it gives me hope that Ethan will also someday be well and happy and just be the sweet "baby" he is for Heidi and Greg. My prayers are with all the sweet babies and children fighting CHD. I have learned so much from Heidi and mothers like you about strength, courage, patience, and love. Keep up the wonderful work.
Ethan's great aunt,
Francie

Jamie Pearce said...

Ah...I love that picture! Kyson is such a joy...so true. What a blessing. Caleb is great too! I love those boys SOOO much! Love you!

Velika said...

I know your sweet little Kyson has made my day more times than I can count. I just does something to my heart to see that sweet little face get soooo excited to see me. Yes, I know he does that for everyone, but it makes me feel good when he does it to me! I just love your boys.

Greg and Heidi said...

Your boys are so cute and precious! I love seeing Kyson and can't wait for the day Ethan gets to just be a happy, smiley baby! Thanks for all your support!
Much love-
Heidi

Julee said...

I just love reading your blog Andrea. You are such a good mommy and such and amazing woman!! Kyson really is the cutest little boy and just seeing pictures of him with his huge smile just makes me smile! And THat big brother of him is so darn cute too!!
...I love that picture you added!!

Tiffany Matthews said...

What is the heart condition that Kyson has? My friend just had a little boy on Sunday who has Transposition of the Great Vessels.

Kristin Coppee said...

What a sweet pic and post. Your boys are so adorable. And Kyson really is SO SMILEY! Your family has really been through so much with his heart condition, but all along you've been so strong and positive about it! What a great example!