My first post is dedicated to the not so little boy who, 12 years ago on this day, rocked my world and changed my life forever. That tiny little bundle wrapped in a pale blue blanket propelled me into motherhood, a place exciting and terrifying all in the same breath, and my life would never be the same. It was not how I imagined my teenage years going - learning how to drive with a newborn in the back seat, reading Parenting magazine instead of Seventeen, graduating from High School with a grinning 2 year old cheering me on in the audience. It was definitely a wild and crazy ride!
Today that grinning little 2 year old turns 12 years old. I have watched my tiny little bundle grow into a young man. I have seen him touch people's lives and bring healing and encouragement to the hearts of others simply by being who God created him to be. These past 12 years and 8 months (from conception until now) have been an unforgettable and irreplaceable blessing. There were many times I had no idea what I was doing (many times I still don't), but God always knew and His plans were far beyond what I could have imagined.
Jordan Taylor Hartranft,
Our family, our friends, our church, our neighborhood, the world, they would not be the same without you. I would not be the same without you. You have taught me much about love, joy, patience, perseverance, faith, forgiveness, and the power of my words. You are created by God for greatness. He has a special plan and purpose for your life that will bring Him glory and will be better than you can imagine. You have a lot of life ahead of you, some days will be rough and others smooth, but God will always be with you. He will never leave you or turn His back on you. He will always fight for you and will always listen when you call on Him, even when it's a simple whisper. When you don't have strength He will make you strong. When it's hard to love others ask Him and He will give you love for the unlovable. Nothing is impossible for Him. Keep your eyes on Him, keep your heart in His hands and keep your ears opened to what He has to say to you. I promise you bud that if you give your life whole heartedly to the Lord it will be one crazy, amazingly beautiful ride and you will never regret it. I love you bud. Happy Birthday!
Love, your mom
