18 years ago, Brennen Boo came quickly into this world.  Labor pains began when I woke at 8:00.  I assumed it would be a long labor so I went in to work.  By 2:00, I knew I needed to get to the hospital, post haste!  My mom drove me (after a short quick stop to pick up my new glasses) and was informed when I arrived that I was already 6 cm dilated.  2 hours later, almost to the dot, Boo made his grand appearance.

I knew he was special from moment one as (1) he was such an easy birth, and (2) he made sure his birth details were remarkable and memorable by distinguishing all his data with double numbers.  Born at 4:04 in room 232 on 10/10, he weighed in at 8 pounds 8 ounces and was 22.5 inches long (ok, he did throw in an extra half inch on his length, but still!). 

His birthday today was a bit disappointing as we didn’t get to celebrate.  He was scheduled to work after school and just returned home at 10:15 p.m.  He is/was scheduled to work every other day this week too, so the next day he has off, we’re planning a dinner for a belated celebration.  Our family tradition for birthdays is that the birthday person gets to choose the restaurant.  There’s no guessing with the boys … it’s always the Brazilian steak house.

When he came home, I easily (cough, cough) convinced him that we at least needed a single birthday photo.  This is a milestone!!!!  Lucky me, I got not one, but 3 pictures!!! Matt was already asleep, so he’s not pictured.  Please ignore my gaudy pj’s and overall blechy appearance.  I’m just thrilled I have a photo with my baby on his 18th birthday!!!!

My birthday boy

These kids are the light of my life

LOVE them!!!

Highlights of the day included Sherri sending me the sweetest message.  Yes, I cried.  I’m a crier and my precious friends and family frequently cause tears of gratitude with their kindness and thoughtfulness.  

I’m so proud of my 18-year-old and he will always be my baby.

B … I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always, As long as I’m living, My baby you’ll be. Thank you for making me a momma and introducing me to unconditional love.