Thankful

I am thankful for this little guy for many reasons... ...but most especially yesterday when i was at the grocery store because of an encounter I had with another gentleman thanks to Colin...

As always, Colin was waving at everyone who crossed his path and giving kisses out to many. I have always enjoyed bringing him to the store for this very reason and although it may slow me down, he makes it fun...

While I was picking out lunch meat, Colin must have waved hi at a particular man who came over and started talking to Colin and telling him how adorable he was. Colin was trying to give him a kiss, so the man gave him a high-5 instead. He started telling me how happy Colin was and much he loved it and then he started sharing about his journey. He told me his son had been deprived of oxygen at birth and yesterday was a big day for them because he had his first day of school. He seemed very excited to share and told me his wife took many pictures. He went back to talking to Colin and introduced himself as Justin.

I was thankful for Colin because he has introduced us to a new community of people... there is something there that allows us to feel comfortable with each other and share our excitement when our children accomplish something. I am so thankful for having "met" all of you because you make me feel comfortable to share our tough days and rejoice with us on our great days. You sympathize and empathize, encourage and cheer us on. You come up to us in public and tell us that Colin made you smile and his smile makes you feel comfortable to share your journey with us...

I'm thankful. I'm thankful for this beautiful little boy who brought me all of you...