So...some gratuitous bragging is happening in this post. Fair warning.
I'm proud of my husband every day but some days more than others. When I saw this blog post, http://www.pdxkidscalendar.com/p/blog-activities-weve-tried.html, today at work. (For some reason the link won't work, if you want to read it you'll have to copy/paste) I was super proud. I didn't think I could be more proud, then I got home...
Ben's fans had presented him with a book (along with some very generous baby gifts) filled with congratulations and notes of support for our growing family. We are constantly amazed and so appreciative of the support we receive from our community. The fact that Ben is able to play music for kids for a living is truly a gift. Ben often says he has the best job in the world (he gets hugs on a daily basis) and I believe it.
Some of the sweet sentiments from the parents and their kids (I hope they don't mind me quoting them here):
"Congratulations Mr. Ben! We all know how wonderful of a papa you are going to be! Thank you being such a creative nurturing spirit in our family and in families all over." -Navae and Matais
"I can't think of anyone more capable or talented for fatherhood...what a very lucky child." -Ayla, Jason & Leigh
"Thank you for being such a consistent source of positivity and musicality for our little man." -Phil, Jamie & Eliot
"Thanks for enriching the lives of our children and leading them to love music. We appreciate all you do..." -Lesley & Calvin
There were so many other kind words. This is a book we will truly treasure. And hopefully I can get a picture of the sweet cover artwork to post at a later time. The drawing of Ben is a perfect likeness, down to the ever present argyle socks.
As we come up on Thanksgiving, I'm so thankful for my husband. Sometimes he eats my ice cream, and fairly regularly he drives me absolutely insane so now is probably a good time to list a few of the many things I appreciate about him.
-he loves me even when I'm being absolutely crazy. No easy feat. I regularly behave crazily.
-he carries things. Actually he carries everything. Some neighborhood friends we often walk dogs with were joking over the weekend that once the baby comes we'll continue our dog walk tradition only Ben will have the dogs clipped to his belt, the baby in a front carrier, a diaper bag back pack on with coffee in one hand and a waffle taco in the other. I will have my coffee in one hand (or in the diaper bag) and my waffle in the other. I'm lazy.
-he'll be the best daddy ever.
You're both wonderful with kids. It was a pleasure to see watch you both yesterday, working in concert to provide a wonderful Thanksgiving feast, and giving the kids a no pressure, feel right at home experience.
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Debby
Jess told me you were blogging about the baby. Yeah! I had to read your posts. I am so happy for you guys. Having a boy first is good because he can look out for the next child. Then you can have a daughter. So much fun. Can't wait to read the next blog.
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He's also the best uncle eva. Chris is feeling the pressure to live up to the amazing uncle status Ben has set. He won't be able to watch M.T. before school or give guitar lessons; however, what are your thoughts about mentoring M.T. in the art coordinating Adidas sweat pants with just the right t-shirt? Or perhaps guiding him in the ways of the three mile nightly walk--lesson #1--DON'T deviate from the route:)
ReplyDeleteSeriously, I've learned from experience, having an all-in, active, hands on papa is crucial for mama's happiness. You're gonna have that in spades.
Congratulations! Can't wait to hang with my bestest nephew!