Sunday, June 19, 2011

Happy Father's Day!




It’s Jason’s first Father’s Day, and I’d like to take a moment to thank him for a few little things that make a big difference to me:

1. When Sam screeches every time I attempt to transfer him from my arms to the crib (usually around midnight), Jason somehow magically gets him to go to sleep while I get to pass out in our bed. This is why Jason has nicknamed himself "The Sam Whisperer."

2. Jason is the one who gets up for Sam’s 6 am meds and bottle each morning so that I can sleep in a little. And he almost never complains about it.

3. Jason stays up each night to pull and label Sam’s meds for the next day. This is a precise and time-consuming process, and it saves me a lot of time and stress the next day. Jason is also the ones who cleans all the syringes, and we go through at least 15 a day.

4. No matter how tired and grumpy he is, Jason is always all-smiles when it comes to Sam. When Jason picks up a sleepy and somewhat grouchy Sam, both of their faces light up when Sam realizes he's being held by his daddy.


5. Even when I’m exhausted and half asleep, Jason makes me stand up to hug him. He always sees that we make time for each other, reminding me that no matter how much energy we spend on Sam, our marriage comes first.

Happy Father’s Day, babe! Sam is one lucky little guy.

15 comments:

  1. Sam is indeed one lucky little guy to have two such wonderful parents. My happiness and best wishes to you both on this special day!

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  2. For all the slack that we (I) give Jason :) He is a great dad and Sam is lucky to have him!

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  3. HAPPY FATHER'S DAY, Jason!!!

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  4. I think all three of you are more than lucky - you are blessed! NKL

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  5. Happy Father's Day, Jason. You are a great father and husband. Sam and Kristin are blessed to have you, as you are to have them. Keep up the great work.

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  6. What an awesome tribute! I love the nickname "the Sam Whisperer"!

    Happy Father's Day!

    Still praying for all of you.

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  7. Adorable pictures! Hope you had a great Father's Day!

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  8. A belated Happy Father's Day! I love this tribute ... you are an awesome dad!!

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  9. I am in love with this blog post. Miss talking to you Kris- hope to catch up soon, but feel so in sync with you guys. Sam is unbelievably adorable and you guys make the most beautiful family. Happy belated father's day Jason! xo, jules

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  10. Jason is an exceptional father, husband, and ladies man- don't forget Jason and the ladies! We love you. Jeff, Anne, Jackson, Emma and will

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  11. Ahhh....poops! (This won't make sense to most, but that's okay.)

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  12. Sam is adorable...thanks for posting on our blog. I love meeting new heart families! Will plan to follow along your journey, routing your heart hero on and keeping him in my prayers.

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  13. Happy Father's Day, Jason. Thinking of you and yours.
    Julian and Renee

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  14. Beautiful example of why Sam is not only Superman but also a blessed kiddo - having two parents devoted entirely to him and entirely to each other, no matter how difficult all the medical issues are. Thanks for sharing those powerful snapshots with us. Happy Father's Day!

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  15. Hi
    my name is Jenna and I came across your blog. Sam is such a lucky little boy, to have to wonderful parents, who love him and care for him, and think the world of him. Sam is a courageous, strong and determined fighter. He is a brave warrior, smilen champ, and inspirational hero. I was born with a rare life threatening disease and I love it when people sign my guest book. www.miraclechamp.webs.com

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