Three Years Old
Today, on Ruby’s birthday, I am teary eyed about the other woman who also remembers that today, 3 years ago, she gave life to a child that is now calling me “Mommy.” Ruby is three years old today. As the family gathered ‘round to celebrate her, I couldn't help but take a moment to reflect on how amazing this precious child is. A baby that was abandoned only days old, at 3 pounds and placed in several different environments for two years…..breaks my heart to think of her hardships and trauma. But as Audrey says Grace before dinner, I gaze at all the love this little girl has and will have for years to come. She will always be loved here, but what is truly amazing to me is the amount of love she gives others. Ruby is so full of joy and it is wonderful to finally see her being comfortable and truly happy. She smiles when smiled at, laughs when things are silly, and shows emotion when others are sad. I love how she is starting to say, “cheese” when she sees the ca...