My Ben Is 5...

You were born on February 4th, 2005 @ 3:15 p.m.

You were 8.8 pounds, 21 inches long

I loved meeting you in person and seeing your sweet little face.

My life had a whole new meaning on the day you were born.

This is the first picture of your big smiling face.

You sure loved your daddy whenever he was in your sight.

I couldn't get enough of your smiles!

You smiled all the time! 

The first time I heard you laugh my heart exploded with joy. 

When you turned one, we bought you your first drum set.

It was loud...just like daddy ;)

When you were two I knew without a doubt I had the cutest toddler in the world.

Look at your face!

I wish I could go back and kiss those cheeks again.

When you were three you amazed me with your personality.

Big changes were coming this year, too. You were going to be a big brother!

I was worried but...

you loved baby Nate from day 1.

You are such a good big brother.

Not that your baby brother doesn't try to annoy you every now and then ;)
Or that you don't ever pick on him...
But still, you are a very good brother :)

When you turned four, I couldn't believe it.

Where did the last 4 years disappear to?

You still amazed me this past year.

You started preschool and loved it.

You are now reading.
You learned how to be a great friend.

You are sweeter than ever.

And now...

...you are FIVE YEARS OLD! 
Five years ago today, you changed my life.
You helped me learn so much about so many things.
You continue to amaze me with the gifts God has given you.
I am so proud you are my son.
I love you, my Ben.
Happy 5th Birthday!!
love,
Mommy
p.s.

 Don't ever change :)