My Jacob

My Jacob.

12 years ago, on July 12, 1998, our son was born. 

Here is my first journal entry in his book:

"We didn't know we could love another like we love Nathan. We weren't sure how you could be as cute without looking the same... So much love for you... such an adorable boy! What fun.

You were due July 11th- early the next morning- I was in the early stages of labor- later in the morning we took Nate to Nana and Papa's and went to the hospital - we walked around the halls, sat in the jacuzzi, hard labor came and in late afternoon, 5:29 p.m. you were born!! 

Your name was decided on in the delivery room, after you were born. Nana and Mimi were there with Daddy. You have big sweet smiles they show in your eyes too which are blue as the ocean like Nate's and you have a temper to match your hair! :)

So little Cubbie... what will you be like? Will you be a clown? Or a serious one? Will you be tall? Will you like sports? Will you like books like Mommy? What will you enjoy? What will you love? Will your heart be sensitive to God? I pray that it will ...

I love my Little Red..."

I am so thankful for this boy. One journal entry says he is wild at heart and that is true. He is also tender-hearted and loving. I love that God saw fit to bless us with this amazing person. I love to talk with God about him and wonder what things He has for Jacob Anthony McNamara. How much He has done in our lives, my heart, through him. Thank you, Lord.