My Ebenezer

Today is your second birthday and we are so honored to be able to celebrate with you.

You came into our lives almost two months ago and turned our world upside down. I remember the very first moment I laid eyes on you – your blonde hair and big blue eyes melted my heart immediately. Even then, when you were in a strange place, you were so busy and full of energy.

Your little life has changed so much in the last few months. I wish that you would have been brought straight to us after being removed from your first home, but you spent time in at least two other foster homes. Those foster parents said that you were "alot to handle" but we know the truth. You were just acting out until you found your way to us and we are so glad that you did.

You took to us immediately and were calling us "mommy" and "daddy" in the first week you were with us. You came with a love of Elmo, balls, bubbles and all things puppy. We watched you in awe those first few days and continue to do so now – we just can't believe how blessed we are to have you. One of the funniest things you did when you first got here was what we called your "happy dance". You would get excited about something and then march in place real fast while waving your arms and shaking your head side to side. It looked like you had too much energy to know what do with!

Your smile brightens my day every time I see it. In fact, just writing about it makes me smile. You are a happy child, despite circumstances that would make most children feel unsettled. Your laughter has filled our home with so much life and you have filled our hearts with so much joy.

Another big event for you in the past couple of months is the arrival of your baby sister. You weren't too sure about her at first, but now you really like to cover her with a blanket, help me feed her and put her pacifier back in her mouth. You call her "sissy" and worry when you hear her crying.

Your second birthday is a milestone for you and for us. We grieve the first two years of your life that we did not know you, but we are so happy that you are home now. We've been praying for you for a year now and we can see God's hand in your life and on your heart.

Speedy, we love you with all our hearts.

Love,

Mommy and Daddy