Choo Choo Museum

Hey Luke,

Today was a special day. Recently you've been really interested in trains (or "choo choos" as you call them). Mommy wasn't feeling too well, so I took you to the Railroad Museum in Rosenberg - about 15 minutes away from our house. It was so much fun! You got to climb all over these old train cars, and see 3 real trains go by. You were so excited, and fascinated by the whole thing. And (like a cherry on top from God), there was a random chicken running around the property that you got to chase through the train cars. You were saying "ba ba ba" as you chased it. 

I attached a couple pictures I took while we were out there. I also included pics of the stickers we wore and the little toy train I bought you.

I felt pretty emotional about it all. It just hit me pretty hard today that our days with only you are coming to a close. I felt something similar before you were born because I realized the 7 years I spent with just Mommy were coming to an end. Luke, the last 2 years and 3 months have been so filled with joy, and I've loved being your Dad. I remember when all you could do is lay there and stare up at the ceiling fan. Now you're reciting the alphabet, counting to 15, identifying animals, cars, trucks, colors etc. You're so smart and sweet. I'm so proud of you!

But, I know that the same joy will fill me when I get to meet your sister, Nora. God will allow me to love her in the same way, without taking away any of the love I have for you. And we will have the additional joy of seeing you be a big brother to Nora. Mommy and I can't wait to see that. 

I love you so much, Luke. You truly have brought light into our lives, and I'm so thankful that God saw fit to make me your Dad. 

love,

Daddy