Most days Down syndrome doesn't bother me. Seriously, I have the type of personality that will cry and pout about something for a minute and then shake it off and say:
"whatever, it is what it is."
I've learned to do this throughout my life: if I can't change it, embrace it.
But other days, it can be hard. Thinking about the future mostly.
And then I come across this picture:
{thank you Charissa Marks for capturing this perfect shot}
and thank God for making it the way it is.
This boy needs me, all of me. He needs me to not care about the fact that he has Down syndrome and not worry about the future. He needs me to just be his mommy and love him just the way God made him.
The way Bennett looks into my eyes gives me strength to keep working with him, to keep advocating for him, to never give up on him.
Then have no care for tomorrow: tomorrow will take care of itself. Take the trouble of the day as it comes. -Matthew 6:34
What a great picture!
ReplyDeletetears. you are so very right, ad yes this photo is captivating. I LOVE IT! can't wait to finally meet, its a full circle for me and I can't wait for it to happen. hugs!
ReplyDeleteThat really IS the perfect photo!!! Love your boy, love your words.
ReplyDeleteAdrienne....I could not have said that better!! Amen sistah!!! xoxo
ReplyDeleteThat IS a great picture :)
ReplyDeleteAdorable~no words needed
ReplyDeleteBeautiful picture and beautiful mom and boy. Bennett is absolutely.perfect.just.like.He.made.him! :)
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love the new header picture!
absolutely perfect shot of an absolutely perfect moment and an absolutely perfect little boy and his mama!
ReplyDeletethis is really good!! I love the picture..it truly says it all...without question...Hope all is going well for you...been thinking of ya! smiles
ReplyDeleteLove this picture! And you are so right...it can be hard, but he is such a treasure, a good and perfect gift from above.
ReplyDeleteJust commented but don't know if it went through because I am having alsorts of issues with Blogger today. Thanks for this post I am so glad you shared it - it has been a rough couple of days for me (looking too far ahead) your words came at a good time and I just love the photo it is one to cherish. viv Owens mum
ReplyDeleteLove the picture and your thought proces behind it, love your message and your focus. Keep up the awesome work and mostly the love. Hugs!
ReplyDeleteI am such a huge fan of your blog, you just seem like the type of person that exudes strength and faith and goodness. I know we don't know each other but I think you are such an inspiration.
ReplyDeleteA fan in Utah
I love that picture! You are one blessed mommy!
ReplyDeletesuper duper cute
ReplyDeletelove the picture and totally agree with you. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the great reminder of where to focus. I needed it today! Beautiful photo!
ReplyDeleteWow! Just when I loved the photo of the 3 kids, this one is very special, too. Such LOVE!
ReplyDeleteLove it and yes, it is great isn't it?
ReplyDeleteThat was the sweetest picture I have ever seen. I am sitting here crying looking at it. He is looking at you the way I look at my Lennon... in complete awe.
ReplyDeleteI am going to start following your blog:)
Feel free to stop by mine :)
Thank you so much for these words... "He needs me to not care about the fact that he has Down syndrome and not worry about the future. He needs me to just be his mommy and love him just the way God made him."
ReplyDeleteMy daughter Dorothy is 6 months old and it is becoming harder as she grows and yet is behind. Just old enough to play in the jumparoo but too tall for it, etc. I'm sure you know what I mean.
If there is anyone in Dorothy's life who needs to love her and for it not to matter at all that she has Down Syndrome, it is me.
I love all your pictures of Bennett. I've been a lurker for just a little while.Thank you again for these words of encouragement... I needed a little extra today.