eight years old

so, this kid is now 8.  

eight years old.  eight years ago i was praying that two boys would hang on just a little bit longer.  it didn't happen, i still don't know why they were born 14 weeks early.  that's another conversation for someone else one day.  i'm going to guess that his "birth" day will be the only one that carson will make an early entrance to.  he is the most laid back, take my time, move at my own pace, day dream all day long kind of kid.  he is the most amazing kid i know.  more things have been thrown his way and how does he handle it?  with a smile.  the most amazing and genuine smile (even with those big ole' goofy front teeth).  his smile is contagious.  just like him.  carson is contagious.  his personality, his innate ability to make people smile is beyond me.  in his 8 years he has been through more and conquered more than most kids i know and always with a smile.  thank you carson, for making me a mom, for paving they way for your younger brother and sister, for being the most loving, sweet, caring, motivated, best hugging, sweetest little voice, 1 lb 15 ounce miracle anyone could ask for.  you have already moved mountains, kid.  keep on, kiddo.  all good things coming your way.