1000 Gifts: Seven

On Saturday, my smallest musketeer turned seven.

Seven.

How did THAT happen?

And... where DOES the time go???

Still, fly by it does, so today I add another page to my journal.

As I remember. And laugh. And smile. And rejoice.

Because my little boy turned seven.

And because God is so very, very good.

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This boy

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... and seven phenomenal years with him

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His spunk. His zest. His strength. His heart.

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My. Big. Man.

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His birthday party at home... just the way he wanted

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... with superheroes -- a Lego Ninjago cake, Transformers plates & napkins, and a Batman

pinata

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Celebration!

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And a number 7 candle on top.

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This time to rejoice

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With friends & family gathered round (more then a wee bit blurry, but gathered round nonetheless :)

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Legos. Legos. Legos. And countless other thoughtful gifts.

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And clearing after the rain for outdoor games

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Simplicity and fun

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And a big tree with a branch at just the right height

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For a little pinata fun

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... with special people

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And the privilege... the honor... the gift of parenthood.

How could I ask for more?

"Behold, children are a gift of the LORD,

The fruit of the womb is a reward.

Like arrows in the hand of a warrior,

So are the children of one's youth.

How blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them..."

Psalm 127: 3-5

and the list goes on...