WW: Twelve

Four months ago I was celebrating my little man along with the other millions of families in honor of National Autism Awareness Month, as we were adjusting to his recent diagnosis of Non-Verbal Learning Disorder.

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Today I am celebrating the birth of my Little Man. Twelve years ago I was rushed to ICU as Little Man was put in NICU. As we celebrate his birth I am reminded that miracles do exist. So thankful for my healthy Little Man!

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At just 69 pounds, his little frame houses a spirit that is larger than life. He is my light on an otherwise gloomy day. His energy is infectious.

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Hardworking. Driven. Detail oriented. And passionate beyond words.

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An entrepreneur at heart; He's had a borderline unhealthy obsession with money since he was a wee little thing.

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He is kind hearted and thoughtful. And still wants to be tucked in at night.

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Contemplative. Pensive. Cerebral; Plagued by words and numbers that run amok in that head of his at all hours of the day and night.

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He could spend endless hours building intricate lego contraptions or kicking soccer balls.

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But they don't begin to match his insatiable appetite for all things living. To say he loves critters would be the understatement of the year.

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He lives and breathes for them. He would spend all day at the creek if he could.

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And as much as I cringe at his little presents from time to time, I love his sweet innocence and embrace his passions.

Looking forward to the next twelve years.

Happy Birthday, Little Man.

P.S. Can you believe he actually asked for a photo shoot?

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