Dear Abel,

We had so much fun celebrating you today! You had the best day playing with all your new dinosaurs. It is a rare occasion if you don’t have a dinosaur in your hand. You are a lot like James was when he was around your age. He loved dinosaurs, too. And just like him, you can name almost every single one of them.

It is such a blessing watching you grow and change each day. You were too cute this morning as you ran around and told all of your brothers and sisters that you are now five!

It made my heart sink a little each time you said, “Me five!” It only sank because I can’t believe you are already 5 years old! Time has got to slow down. When I close my eyes, I can still see you as a tiny little 4 month old.

I will never forget the first day we met. It was one of the best days of my life! You are so special sweet boy. God has brought you so far. He will always carry you through this life no matter what is put in front of you.

Thanks for including us in all of your celebrations today. You have so much to celebrate. We are so blessed to be a part of your journey.

We will love you forever and a day.

Love Always,

Mommy 💙

Ephesians 3:20 – Now unto him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us

Abel’s Birthday Interview:

How old are you? 5

What is your favorite food? Chicken nuggets and fries

What do you hope you never have to eat again? Onions

What is your favorite thing to do? Play with Dinosaurs

What are your favorite animal? Cows

What makes you happy? My family

What is the best memory from when you were 4? Eating waffles with Lilo and Stitch at Disney

What is one thing you’d like to do while you are 5? Go swimming

What would you like to do when you grow up? A builder like Daddy

What is your favorite song? All is Found from Frozen 2

Where is your favorite place to eat? McDonalds

What is your favorite book? Chicka Chicka Boom Boom

Where would you like to go on vacation? Disney World

What would you like everyone in the world to know? I love my mommy.