Filippo

My Filippo turned 12 today! Can you believe that I had him 12 years ago? I can still remember Amanda peeking under the door while I was pushing him out.

I can still remember my rocking bounce that would settle him down...that no one else could do.

I remember my family watching him for two hours and meeting them in the driveway waiting for me to take that screamin' baby.

I remember Aaron and Jenni letting him campout in there apartment.

I remember my family taking in a heartbroken mom and loving my child with all their hearts.

I remember that no matter how tired he was, he would not fall asleep during any movie. (This is still true.)

I remember meeting Dave for the first time and while we were in sacrament, Filippo fell asleep on his lap. (that was a huge sign:)

I remember his outrageous math questions at the age of four.

And the list goes on.

Filippo is such a blessing in my life and to those around him. I am thankful to be his mama.

This is him at 6 months. Yeah, he has the famous Bishop noggin. And I just have to throw in that his skin is still just as soft as when he was a baby.

Here is is at two. Oh, I can just eat him up.

Ok, fast forward 10 years and here he is now.

Filippo is such a joy. He is so thankful and sweet and smart. On Sunday, he will receive the Aaronic priesthood and then he will be able to pass the sacrament. I am so proud of him and the young man he is turning into. Happy Birthday, my son. I love you.