Mack is 7!

Today our little man is 7. Seven.

Woah.

I remember this day seven years ago very well.

 I remember feeling very nervous and very scared. Scared of what might happen- or what might not. 

I remember pulling into SLC and being completely overwhelmed. I felt as if at any moment I might burst into tears. It was a HUGE day for us. 

I also remember seeing his little face for the first time. I picked you up immediately and kissed you a million times. It wasn't until that moment that I felt peace. Everything would work out- and I knew it then. You were ours- forever. 

Two days old- the day we were able to leave the Hospital! 07/22/2007

God is Great. 

He knows us better than we will ever know ourselves- and at that time in our lives He knew that we needed to work a little harder to start our Eternal family. He knew that we would be able to make it through the tough days, and that there would be many, but He knew that if we put our trust in Him we would make it. 

It was hard. 

But we did it. 

We are so proud of you. We are so thankful for you. We love you more than we could ever express. 

Mack is such a amazing kid- I say it all the time. 

He is patient, kind, loving, thoughtful, and always so happy. He wears his heart on his sleeve and is very aware of what others are feeling. He is such a joy and we are so blessed that he is ours. He is so patient and loving with his sisters and they adore him. He brings so much joy to our home. He likes to be busy and serve those around him. He teaches me everyday, and makes us smile every single day. 

Happy Seven little Man! I hope you always know how loved you are. I hope you always know that on this day- Seven Years Ago- you made your dad and I the happiest people in the world (as well as a lot of other family members!) You gave us a gift no one else could give us at that time, you made us parents and a eternal family- and for that we are forever grateful. 

We love you to the Moon and back.