To Dustin

I got a little emotional today.

It was totally unexpected and caught me off guard.

Even though I’m a big sap and cry at Hallmark commercials, it caught me off guard.  I have no reason to cry.  

Today was your wedding shower.  We have been talking wedding, talking shower, wedding planning, preparing invitations, buying Cricut machines and doing mock table centerpieces for weeks.  I have loved every minute of it because I love Carrie and have enjoyed spending this time with her.  I’m happy for you that you found her and that she loves you and understands you.  I’m happy for our family because we all love her and she fits right in.

I was so excited about the shower.  So excited to share it with the people we love.  So excited for the beginning of your life together in your new home.

Again, no reason to cry.

But, when you walked in that door toward the end of the shower I looked at you and in that moment I saw my Baby Boy, my first born Son.  I saw you in that hospital room with that full head of hair and those kissable lips.  I saw you the day you started Kindergarten in that black Old Navy tee shirt carrying your lunch box with that grin on your face.  I saw you at 16 standing beside your Toyota truck holding your keys.  I saw you in your high school graduation cap and gown.  I saw you walk across that stage and accept your college diploma.  I saw you as a grown man.   

I saw You.

And, out loud I said, “My baby is getting Married”.  And the tears flowed.  Uncontrollable Happy Tears.   

I am so proud of you for so many reasons and so content that you are what I always wanted you to be:  Happy

Congratulations, Son.  Always enjoy every day of your life and remember that I am eternally in your corner and your biggest fan.

Love,

Mom