Keegan is sitting next to us trying to sing the hymns with the choir. His little voice is so cute. I am really grateful for modern technology and our local channels that take the time to broadcast it for the members in our community.
As I listen to these beautiful talks my mind keeps wandering back to the Saturday morning session two years ago on April 4th, 2009.
I was lying in a hospital bed in downtown Boise, Idaho with my sweet husband at my side, the hospital television tuned to General Conference and my arms full with a tiny little bundle. Just a couple of hours earlier I had given birth to our little Keegan Spencer. Big blue eyes, sparse blonde hair, and little rose bud lips... I had never seen such a beautiful little boy.
After a harrowing week of going in and out of labor my water had finally broken on that Friday night. I remember looking over at Craig and telling him I was determined to have our baby in time for us to watch conference. I wanted our son's first few hours to be blessed with the words of the prophet in the background. I can honestly say I do not remember very much of what was said during those Saturday sessions, but I felt the spirit with us.
What an incredible day. I was never so tired in my life but it was amazing. The last two years have been so full of love and laughter. We were so worried at first when we found I was pregnant. We had only been married a couple of months and we were in school. We didn't know if we were ready. I don't know if anyone is ever really ready but we adapted quickly. I cannot even begin to imagine life without Keegan.
From the very start he was blessed with a sweet and easygoing personality. We were extremely lucky that he has always loved to sleep and began sleeping through the night very early. He was sweet and cuddly and smelled so good! (Most of the time) Every milestone was so much fun and incredibly exciting. First smile, first laugh, first teeth, rolling over. I remember we cheered like crazy when he managed to roll. Sitting up, crawling, walking, first words (kitty!). I just cannot believe how fast it has gone by.
I never knew how much the heart could grow until we met Keegan. I am so excited to see what kind of person he will grow up to be. I only hope that I can be a good mother to him and teach him what he needs to know.
I feel so blessed to be married to my best friend and for us to have been so blessed with our little boy.
Keegan's birthday party is later this afternoon and I will try not to cry.
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