Adam's 1st birthday is coming up way too soon! It is less than a month away. Steve and I have decided that we just want to have a small celebration with just us and Allison. We will probably make cupcakes, visit the cemetery, sing "Happy Birthday", and release balloons.
It is going to be a tough day and I know not everyone is going to understand why we are even celebrating. Some people are even saying that it really isn't his Birthday. If you are one of those who really don't understand, I want to give you a new outlook on the situation. By definition of the word, a Birthday is the day that one was born. Well, here on Earth or not, Adam was born on October 30th. Thus, October 30th, will always be Adam's Birth Day. And as for the celebrating, well, do you celebrate Jesus' birthday on Christmas? Jesus is no longer alive on earth, in the physical form, but we still celebrate his Birthday every year. And I am pretty sure that school's, government office's and banks close every year for Martin Luther King Jr's Birthday. So, nobody is going to make me feel weird for celebrating my son's birthday.
With all that being said. I know that I am going to be a complete mess for the next few weeks with Adam's upcoming Birthday and also the anniversary of his death. One thing that would bring a smile to my face and a little joy to my heart would be to know that there are other's out there who are thinking of my baby boy. If you have a few minutes and would like to add a name to Adam's name gallery, I would really appreciate it! Here is the link to the names that I have so far. http://adamsname.blogspot.com/ It can be as simple as writing Adam's name on a piece of paper and taking a picture of it or going to the beach and writing it in the sand. Also, if anyone releases balloons for Adam, I would LOVE a picture of the release.
If you are still taking the time to read my blogs, thank you so much for your support! It really means a lot!
2 comments:
You have more strength than any person I know! It is a wonderful thing to celebrate Adam's day. I would do the same thing! I will be lighting a candle for him on Friday (Oct 15th). I know we don't talk much but I always keep on on this blog since you started it. I've been meaning to get down to the beach and get a name picture for you also. Thanks for the reminder :) *hugs*
April, I am always thinking of you and Adam. It may sound funny but when I see rainbows it makes me think of Adam. I feel like he was gone to soon and maybe this is God's way of saying he is taking care of all our babies up there and they are all together.
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