thank you hits 16

[slsh]

My beloved thank you is (gasp) 16 today. It's leaving me a little speechless, LOL. It's a milestone b-day... but I'm struggling a bit with a sense of urgency re: his behaviors and next placement, his desire to drive (which I just think is a really bad idea), and kind of a sense of loss/grief, more so than I've felt in quite a while.

But... we're heading up there tomorrow to celebrate, and I think I will go through old photos tonight of my little thank you to relocate my sense of awe and gratitude. He was a remarkable tyke, truly a gift. I remember just watching him for hours when he was little, amazed at what he could do, his sharp mind, his complete cuteness. He has turned into a young man who gives us glimpses of the possibilities. He still has an inquisitive mind and continues to be an affectionate and loving son. And he's so *big*, LOL. It blows my mind to look at this giant and know that he's my baby.

So... Happy Birthday to thank you. :bravo:

 

[house of cards]

Happy Birthday thank you. Hope you all enjoy the day.

 

[Fran]

It's amazing how time has flown. I remember him, so vividly as a little guy. It has been a really difficult road with lots of obstacles and pitfalls. He is still here and there is still hope.

Congratulations on making it this far.

 

[Hound dog]

Happy Birthday thank you. :flower:

I'm with Fran. I saw your post and went "no way!" lmao Time sure does fly by.

((((hugs))))

 

[timer lady]

Sue,

Hard to believe thank you's 16! Happy Birthday thank you! :bravo:

 

[kris]

<span style="color: #993399">.....& in just the blink of an eye :slap: :slap: lol.

enjoy your trip down memory lane. you deserve it.

kris </span>

 

[DammitJanet]

Oh how can this be? 16? No way!

Wasnt he 7 when you came to the board and Cory was 12...lol. Gosh we go back a long way.

He has certainly been through a lot and so have you but he has grown so much. You have much to look forward to now.

I cant wait to see what the next few years bring for both of you.

Happy birthday to both of you.

 

[everywoman]

Wow! 16. Hope you have a good day with him tomorrow!

 

[busywend]

Happy birthday thank you!!!

Sue, I know - mine will be 16 in a month or so. Very strange to think about it. I am trying not to.

Enjoy the celebration!

 

[LittleDudesMom]

Sue,

HAPPY BIRTHDAY thank you :smile:

Enjoy your visit tomorrow and your photos. It's the possibilities they present that keep us in the game (well, that and our love for them).

Sharon

 

[Sunlight]

oh my! I always picture him as much younger! geez! then again ant was 16 when I started here and he is now 23.

I did notice too that the governors and news people seem younger and younger...hmmm perhaps I am aging myself! lol
Have a joyous celebration of the day of his birth!

 

[Janna]

Happy Birthday, thank you :bravo: Would love to see photos. He's a big boy, now!

Janna

 

[Wiped Out]

Happy Birthday thank you!! :bravo:

 

[judi]

Wow - time flies...I've been here since thank you was 10! My son was almost 16 then and is now almost 22.

 

[Suz]

Sue, I don't visit General on a regular basis anymore. I'm so glad I checked today. Even thought I'm a day late, please know the many good wishes and joy I feel that your beloved thank you is turning 16. It's been such a long haul and you remain one of my warrior Mom inspirations.

Please give your birthday boy a big hug from Aunt Suz. WOW.

Hugs,
Suz