The Eve of her 7th Birthday

Seven years ago on this night, I was very pregnant with my first baby, Mia Grace, and calmed the nerves of my upcoming c-section by eating loads of my mother's homemade spaghetti and going to see "The Chronicles of Narnia" with my husband and my parents. It was such a happy night. I remember chugging down a frozen cherry Coke while enjoying a wonderful movie with my family. And, the next day, my sweet Mia was born.

Fast forward seven years: I just finished her 7th methotrexate shot (7th shot on the eve of her 7th birthday). While we are "old pros" now, it is never easy. I don't know if it will ever get "easy." But, besides the fact, we had such a good day! She had her Christmas concert at school and, not only did she have lines to recite, but she also performed a dance routine with her class. So proud of her!

So, here's to her last night being six years old. I loved every moment of it. I love her. Seven is going to be a GOOD year for my daughter! I am so thankful for her tonight. Despite all the "yuckiness" she's had to endure this last month-and-a-half, she has been a trooper. She is stronger than I was at her age. So excited to see the blessings that are in store for her!!