Communication Improved

Rece learned to tell us what he wants in a way that is much more subdued than screaming, as seen in previous entry.




The strange noise in the background is my 270 pounds worth of dogs having themselves a drink.

A year with Rece

Jason and I have now lived with Rece for one year. And I guess I should say, Rece has lived (tolerated) Jason and I for one year.

To celebrate this momentous occasion, this entry will be written to Rece.

Rece,

I love you. Three simple words that say so much. I feel obliged to start this letter with those words because they are so true. With every fiber of my being, they are true. Sometimes I look at you and my heart swells up and I can actually feel it becoming too big for my body and it hurts. So I squeeze you and kiss you and hug you and tell you I love you and then I feel a little better. (just a little).

I also feel obliged to tell you that sometimes life with you is hard. It's important for you to know this. It's important for you to know that sometimes I want to quit, but it's more important for you to know that I don't quit.

You should know that sometimes I would rather be reading a book or shopping or cooking than sitting on the floor rolling a ball to you for the one hundredth time, but you should know that I still roll the ball to you.

Because, Rece, that's part of what love is. Giving up anything and everything for the one you love. Even though it is hard, there is nothing (NOTHING) that could make me give it up or even go back and change anything.

It's not all hard. Sometimes...no, MOST of the time life with you is sweet. Life is delicious and quenching and satisfying. (I may be hungry while writing this.)

And funny.

Rece, you make me laugh more than anyone. With just a look, you can have me in tears.

I love the little conversations we have now that make no sense whatsoever, yet at the same time, I totally understand every word that was said.

I love your way of entering into a room with a big smile on your face like you haven't seen me in years.

Looking into your eyes makes me understand what is meant when they say a person has an old soul. There is wisdom in your eyes and at the same time pure joy and innocence.

Not a person has met you that didn't like you right away. You are going to bring happiness to many people in your life.

When I am away from you, I miss you. When I am with you, I am complete.

I can't wait to see what the next year brings.

Your daddy and I love you.