18 Years ago...

18 years ago today my beautiful Baby Boy, Parker, was born at 6:27 pm.  He was 9 lbs 3 ozs; and 22 inches long.  He brought a whole new meaning of sunshine to my life.  I was happy beyond words.  That seems like only yesterday, and now he is officially an "ADULT".  With that said, he'll always be my baby boy.
Parker, I love you so much.  I am so blessed to have you as my son.  I could never find the words to explain how I feel about you.  I am so proud of you and I could never imagine my life without you in it.  You really are the apple of my eye.  I look forward to watching as you spread your wings and fly into adulthood. 
I sit here remembering all the times we cuddled together on the couch and I twirled your hair in my fingers as you sucked on your bottle and I wondered what you would be like, and look like as you grew up.  You have surpassed everything I imagined.  I remember all the Halloween costumes, Easters, Christmas', and endless other occasions that will stay in my mind forever.  I remember you starting kindergarten, playing t-ball, your first girlfriend, high school, getting a learner's permit to drive, driver's license, and starting college. The list is endless.
You are my Sunshine...I LOVE YOU SO MUCH! Happy Birthday Baby!

Parker chillaxin with his "ninny" at 9 mths old

He just got more adorable with age!

Even with glasses he was adorable
and had a beautiful smile

My Graduate!

What a handsome young man!

I am so excited to see what the next 18 years will bring for you.  I miss seeing you everyday.  So many moments in life are taken for granted and I am guilty of not taking the time to enjoy the small things.  I think of you so very many times throughout each and every day.  Thank you for being such a fantastic son! Even though at times I have fallen short as a parent, I'm so glad God chose ME to be YOUR Mom =-)

  A few interesting facts about Parker:

•  Loves UNC Tarheels.
• Will vacuum a room in a flash...he's a "neat freak".  I should have known because he wanted his very own vacuum cleaner at 3 years old.
• Had perfect attendance for 9 straight years in school
• Sometimes slips into "Gouch Mode".
• Loved to play the harmonica at 4 years old.
• Each time he used to watch cartoons, he had to have all of the characters sitting beside him.
• Has the most beautiful hazel eyes on the planet!
• Was always a great reader and speller.
• Loves sunflower seeds.
• Loves mac 'n cheese and corn mixed together.