Pierre Turns 18 Today!

It's more than 1 in the morning and I can't get myself to sleep. I opened our files and started watching the pictrues taken recently when our friends came over. I saw this Pierre's picture and I thought I would post it in my blog as I plan of talking about him.

Pierre turns 18 today. I remember that special day when he was born. I took my time preparing myself that morning before going to the hospital. I put my make up on and I wore my pearl necklace. I wanted to look beautiful to welcome him in my arms. It was a very sunny day and labor has long started and we were about to leave for the hospital but Philippe had to put some gas in the car. So we were obliged to drop by in the station and fill the car.

It didn't take so long before Pierre arrived. In less than three hours, he was born normally. What a big joy to us. We have been waiting for him for a long time.

Pierre as little child and even now is very energetic. Moves a lot and loves to talk too. He is sociable and friendly. He loves to crack jokes like his dad. He loves being surrounded with people especially by his family. He is a very loving boy and very independent. As he is the baby in the family, he is totally spoiled.

Like his siblings, he has crisis too. Up to now, I still have to remind him to drive carefully, fix his room, do his homework, clean the bathroom, the kitchen, to cover himself when cold etc..etc..

Very soon, Pierre will leave his family cocoon to pursue higher studies. I am quite confident that he can manage to live on his own because he has learned how to cook simply and take care of his laundry. Cleaning will be the next thing for him to learn. He needs improvement still.

Like I said, time runs so fast. It was just like yesterday when I was holding him in my arms. And now, here he is a grown up man ready to go for an adventure.

I am previleged to have a "son-mom" talking moment every Sunday when we go to the church. We discuss so many things and I am impressed with the way he sees things in life. He is intelligent and he knows exactly what he wants.

I know that no matter what, he will remain the little baby of the family. For the meantime, let me enjoy his presence at home. The moment he quits the family cocoon, our home will never be the same again.

Well, that's life. We bring up our children only to leave us one day. That's the rule. All we could do is to support them and hope for the best for them. Pierre is like anyone else. Get married one day and give us bambinos to love and spoil. He has still a long way to go but...reaching 18, it's the start of a major age for a person.

Happy birthday Pierre. I know, it's shame that someone has revealed to you about the surprise party that me and your friends are trying to organize for you. It could have been more exciting to celebrate your special day. But it's okay.

Thank you Pierre for being a good and loving son. You and your sisters are real blessing to the family. We are proud of you. Continue with your good work and may God bless you always.

Love from Momon