Brennan's 4th Birthday

Our sweet little guy turned 4 on Thursday!  I can't  believe it!  He was so excited about school on his birthday because not only were they celebrating his birthday, they also got to wear their Halloween costumes and have a party!  Unfortunately, about an hour and a half into school I got a call from his director saying he had a high fever and I needed to come and get him.  I was so sad.  He was laying on some pillows in the office, sound asleep with a 104 degree fever.  The rest of the day was spent sleeping and cuddling (which I didn't mind at all), but by the end of the day it didn't really feel like a birthday since he was feeling so poorly.  He did perk up enough to open a couple of presents and eat a cupcake :).    Then, on Sunday we had some friends over and celebrated him!!  It is hard for me to believe that he is 4.  There are days when he seems so grown up and then there are days when he is just my baby.  He is growing into a very fun loving, tender, and kind little guy.  He is endlessly optamistic - you can always catch him saying, "but it will be ok though!".  He cherishes his friendship with Madison, and has a very hard time when she is away at school.  He tends to overwhelm her when she gets home because he just wants to be near her.  He enjoys the 'power' her has over Macy...a little push or a shove when he walks by...but it is clear to see how he adores her.  He is reduced to tears if he feels he or someone else has hurt her.    He is obsessed with his daddy...and dominates Mike's time when he is home.  He is a different super hero each day and wants to be wrestled, tackled, chased and tickled all day long.  He is blessed with an endless imagination ( just like his dad :)).  He is generous with his hugs and kisses and would never let a tear drop from my face without running to get me a kleenex and gently rubbing my back and telling me that it is all going to be ok.  He is 100% boy and 100% tender and loving. 

Brennan, I pray you never lose your passion to love people deeply. I pray you will always be a boy inside who embraces adventure and revels in the little things.  I pray your determination and tenacity would be chanelled into service for the Lord.  And I pray that you never forget that you are wonderfully made and fully loved.  Happy Birthday sweet boy.  I love you.