It's About Time....

It’s about time that you all hear from the one who is always so talkative on Facebook (yep, it’s Jason). I have decided to make my first solo post on the blog. I have so many emotions going through my head at the moment. Hopefully the ramblings will not be too confusing. I am positive my posts will not be as humorous and concise as Anthony’s, but I will do my best.

First, I am simply overwhelmed by the outpouring of support from our family and friends. Actually, I should say that I am NOT surprised. We surround ourselves daily with loving, caring and supportive people, so why would I be surprised everyone thus far would step up and share in our joy? I want to thank each person individually who has shared their thoughts and prayers with us. Of course, this cannot happen due to the lack of time and space. That being said, I want to simply express our gratitude to all of you.

Second, I want to apologize to my brother(s). We decided to share our wonderful news the same week that I was informed of an impending arrival for Josh & Jordan. As a matter of fact, it was the same day. I must admit that I feel a bit guilty as I hope our announcement in no way overshadowed their WONDERFUL news. I am so happy that another one of my brothers is expecting a miracle! We only announced it on the same day as we could not hold this in any longer. We have been discussing this for a while and after setting the whole thing in motion, we could not help but tell our parents, which then led to the rest of the family and of course, our friends. It just so happened it was the same day my brother Josh called and told me I would become an uncle once again. I am so thankful for this news!

Finally, I want to share the profound amount of emotion I am experiencing right now. I have been experiencing a heightened awareness that everything we see on television and in movies right now involves children. From our favorite TV shows to the movies we have watched lately; they seem to focus on children, pregnancy and adoption. I guess it should be expected we would be more aware of these topics.

I will close with the comments I have made about my not sleeping and the dreams I have been having. I mentioned on Facebook that I have dreams about us raising a little girl and not being sure about how two men could raise this girl. I must admit that I have felt so strong in my abilities as a parent until the opportunity presented itself. I have been the oldest (well, at least of my Dad’s group, lol) and I have helped my parents raise my siblings by changing diapers, feeding and tending to the needs of all involved. I figured these skills would be enough but I am beginning to doubt myself. Anthony says he knows nothing of raising a child. I disagree. He knows what love is. He knows how to love unconditionally. He knows what it means to be responsible for yourself as well as another. Isn’t that what being a parent is all about? That and of course being able to survive without sleep, to handle stress beyond belief and of course, to overcome the obstacles placed in our way on a daily basis? If that is all there is to it, then we should be fine.

If not, then we shall work through it; TOGETHER. Together with the support of each other as well as our family and our friends. I again thank you for the support and the excitement you are all sharing with us.

That is all I have for the first post. I know it will be a long and strenuous process. In the end, however, I realize it will result in our ultimate goal of becoming a family.