It’s the anticipation, the excitement, the adrenaline…of a birthday when you’re young.
The waiting for a whole entire year and the day is finally here.
Bradley has been counting down the days since the first of October.
Each day he would say, “Twelve days left until my birthday, Mom.” Or, “Mom, only three days left,” and I could see the excitement in his eyes as he jumps up and down.
“I can’t wait to turn six, Mom. Almost everybody in my kindergarten class is six.”
My boy’s day is here. His special day.
The sugar rush from frosting and melting icecream getting soggy in cake.
The presents waiting to be torn open.
The great big birthday smile.
Running around with cousins up and down the stairs, being as noisy as possible.
What a great birthday party.
I love you. I am proud of you. I can’t believe my first baby boy is 6!
Amanda St.Clair 