A week or so ago, I got an e-mail from my friend, Jackie, saying that she had just gotten me the best present for a momma-to-be that she could think of. She was excited, and I was excited to see what it was.
Well, when Dan and I got home from work tonight (we rarely get home at the same time; that was a victory in itself), a small package was waiting for us. I opened it up and there was a small box and a card. The card didn't give away what it was, so I quickly opened the box. I was shocked, touched and just plain old excited all at the same time.
Jackie bought us a newborn photo session with a local photographer. While it's totally something that she would think of, it was so generous of her that I immediately teared up a bit.
One of the things I really, really love about Jackie is that she totally recongizes what it took for us to get to this point. We didn't just start trying to have a baby one day. It took three years and a lot of tears. I've always felt like she understood those obstacles. Since she became a mom earlier this year, she probably understands it a little bit more. I think she also knew what that kind of gift would mean to Dan and I. It means that we get to document our son...forever. What a fantastic gift.
So nice!
ReplyDeleteYou guys deserve it. Glad you're so excited about it. After I sent the original e-mail, I realized that I might be over hyping it. I was scared I'd be more excited about it than you were. Guess not. :) Ho, ho, ho! Merry Christmas! I'm pretty sure this means I should get to know the name... right? :)
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