After hours and hours of labor, two unsuccessful epidurals, and no progression, the Dr decided it was time to delivery Elijah via C-section. I remember very little from the night. Various friends and family members coming to visit. I remember Karlie being there as I got sick (thanks for loving me through it :)). I remember being so hot and looking at Adam curled up on the chair beside me trying to stay warm. After it all, my precious, perfect baby was born. I vaguely remember seeing him when he was born, and didn't get to see him again for almost a day due to medication I was on. When I did, it was pure heaven. Nothing else in the world mattered. He was brand new to the world but I already knew him so well. Loved him so much. Over the past year I have loved him more each day. He is so wonderful in every way. Today we celebrate his very first birthday and reflect on the year behind us. All we've learned, grown and loved.
Happy Birthday Elijah. You are more loved than you will ever know. I hope you will look back at the pictures from today and feel a glimpse of the happiness you bring to all around you.
You are so special to us all.
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