Children add joy and wonder to any holiday. This year, I am especially looking forward to the Easter celebration with my family.
Ahhh . . . spring is almost here! I love this time of year. I am excitedly looking forward to Easter. We have family coming in from out-of-town and we’re planning an Easter egg hunt. I must admit that I have become caught up in everything Easter and I love it!
I Grieved the Baby I Could Not Have
I struggled with secondary infertility for years before we were able to adopt my, now, three year old daughter. My “baby” at the time was 11. I missed the pitter-patter of little feet, the toys strewn across the floor, and the thrill of seeing the world through tiny eyes.
I especially grieved during the holidays. Yes, I deeply loved my daughters (still do), but in my heart I knew something was missing and I couldn’t get over it. There is a special joy that young ones add to the celebration, a sense of wonder and delight that is contagious. No, this isn’t the only reason I wanted another child, that’s a story for another blog day. However, each holiday that came and went only reminded my husband and I of what we longed so desperately for—a baby. Now we have been blessed with not one- but two little ones!
Looking Forward to This Easter
This Easter, I am looking forward to hearing their squeals of delight when they first glimpse their baskets on Easter morning, and watching their excitement when they discover their first egg during the Easter egg hunt. I took for granted so many little things when my older daughters were young. Now, I savor every moment knowing that it too soon becomes a distant memory. To me, every day is a miracle with my precious children- each and every one of them.
Wishing you a joyous and wonder-filled Easter!
