As Willow is about to turn six months I have been reflecting on her short life thus far. What a difference six months make?? Six months ago I was still pregnant with her, carrying her around in my womb having no clue the surprise about to unfold in my life. Having no clue that before I even knew I was pregnant, Willow had Down Syndrome. At the very first ultrasound, Willow had Down Syndrome, and on that cold, sunny Tuesday afternoon in March Willow had Down Syndrome.
God formed and created Willow and although she has Down Syndrome; it is only a part of who is she. Down Syndrome does not define her. Her self worth is not in what she is but in who she is as a child of God, a daughter, a sister, a granddaughter and the list goes on... He created her with a purpose and plan and we are excited to see the unveiling of this plan as the years go by.
Willow's life has brought about a change in me, God brought this tiny package with a great big gift inside to change my heart and I am ever so thankful for this amazing gift. I am so incredibly blessed to be the mother of three beautiful daughters, their beauty starts from within and radiates through to the outside. They each bring about their own talents and gifts and the journey with them is incredible and almost indescribable. The last six months have been a time of joy and reflection. It is hard to believe how fast the days go by but I am learning to slow down and enjoy my children. My hope is that I always take the time to REFLECT.
