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It's not very often that I write here on what is Kim's blog - her story through her eyes of our life at any given moment in time. Today we felt it appropriate that I make a few comments. But firstly I want to say a big thank you to Margaret for organising Alexander's party on the train.
Birthdays can often be driven by material things with the occassional surprise dropped in for good measure. Sometimes we can lose sight of those things that really matter at a time of celebration and sometimes we can be painfully aware that a special "something" is missing or family members cannot be there to share that "special time". It was with mixed emotions that we set off for the afternoon, enjoying Alexanders obvious excitement that only a three year old can show (yet be so unable to explain) and a little sadness that, that special "thing" is missing - that "icing on the cake" so to speak.
There are material surprises and then there are those wonderful surprises that no amount of money could ever buy. I will never be able to put into words the surprise, pride and "warmth" that I felt when Alexander's sister, Sarah and Jayme turned up out of the blue.
ABOVE - Jayme (almost 18 years of age now) shows her "motherly" instincts by looking after Sophie with Alexander close by her side.
ABOVE - Sarah and Alexander share a few quiet moments and a drink.
ABOVE - Sarah and Jayme help Alexander open some presents. At this stage he had spent most of his time with them. I guess he knew there were some "pressies" there somewhere.
ABOVE - Alexander and Daniel both try to see who can get the most paper off the fastest.
ABOVE - Alexander and Kim cut his cake. Kim you did a great job with your first attempt at baking!
So again to Margaret a big thank you for organising what turned into a better than expected afternoon. To Alexanders friends and parents - thank you for the gifts. To Kim thank you for being such a wonderful partner to me and such a wonderful mother to our little "gift". Importantly, to Jayme and my special daughter Sarah - thank you for providing that gift of a "surprise that no amount of money could ever buy" - sharing what was such an important and special day to Alexander. And to my special son - Happy 3rd Birthday. Love Dad xxxxxx
