How did you go from baby boobies…
To cutie…in nine short years?
How are you possibly nine years old today? I have no idea where the time has gone. Cliché but true.
The little boy who followed me around, asking only, “Wha ya doin’ Mama? Doin’ Mama?”, over and over and over again. It made me crazy then, but what I wouldn’t do now to hear the scratchy little voice of toddler hood ask me that same question again.
Now we speak of fractions, geometry, politics, elections and wars. Your awareness of the world around you startles me, as the innocence of your childhood slips away quickly in this age of information.
I watch you soar and spread your wings a little more each year.
You bring so much to my life and to this world.
May you remain as happy as you are today.
Happy Birthday little man. I love you.
Mom.
What I Was Blogging About One Year Ago Today: My First Human Experiment
nina says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:30 amI thought growing up myself was scary, but seeing my children grow up startles me more……the cliche is so true…time waits for no man so it is best we spend as much of it with our little ones.
Happy birthday “little Noble Pig”!!!
Donna-FFW says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:31 amHappy Birthday to your handsome young man! You brought tears to my eyes. I always long for the days of freedom to come with all my cherubs running around, but I am sure I will miss them when they no longer want me so to speak. Thanks for the reminder. I have to go get a tissue, excuse me.
Hilary says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:34 amFantastic .. enjoy the birthday weekend .. and congratulations on selecting the start of Spring ..
Well done .. have fun ..
Hilary: Be Positive Be Happy
KathyB. says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:35 amI know it is probably cliche’, but the song SUNRISE, SUNSET speaks so appropriately of this growing up of our children. So quickly….then they are grown with children of their own.
Happy Birthday to your Hooligan!
Barbie with a T says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 11:16 amHe seems like one of the nicest hooligans I have ever known. He has your smile. Happy Birthday young man.
Julia says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 11:43 amHappy Birthday! Sounds like he’s growing up to be a very interesting person too!
Scary Mommy says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 11:52 amHappy birthday, handsome little guy!!!
Tami Lyn says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 12:00 pmHappy Birthday little man!
Woman in a window says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 12:01 pmOh, they do grow like that, don’t they. Startling. My daughter will be nine in a couple months. I had to ask her yesterday because surely that was wrong.
Happy Birthday to yours!
Rindy R says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 12:06 pmMy little Jensen just turned 9 in February – and I thought the same thing minus the world events, war and politics and add shopping, girlfriends and wanting cell phones!
JulenaJo says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 12:34 pmIt’s amazing, isn’t it? I had to chuckle at your memory of him following you around like that. My “little” boy is now nearly 22 years old and instead of asking mom what she’s doing, he’s asking his girlfriend. Same thing; different woman. All heartbreakingly cute nonetheless. Happy birthday to the Noble Piglet!
ER's Mom says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 12:39 pmBlink of an eye, I tell you. My daughter will be 9 in a couple of months…
It is a beautiful sight watching her grow into a young lady. I’m sure you feel the same about your hooligans.
Marlene says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 12:43 pmOh, happiest of birthdays to “Little Man”…I hope you all have a fabulous day!
One more year til Double Digit Midget!!!
HoneyB says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 12:46 pmOh so sweet…he is going to be one the girls are after (probably already are!) I miss my boys being little…but love them as they are now too!
kayola says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:09 pmOH MY STARS!!!!! Can I say ADORABLE? He is just a handsome little fella….same age as my beautiful granddaughter who turned nine last week…♫HAPPY♫BIRTHDAY♫TO♫YOU♫….Have a great day and I’m sure you’re making just the most delicious food ever for this special day…
{{{{{{LET’S PARTY}}}}}
Liz C. says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:10 pmCathy, this brought tears to my eyes. I’ve been wondering lately, how they could have gotten away from me so fast while I was busy with everyday life. It’s so bittersweet, isn’t it?
Happy Birthday to Hooligan #1!
Auds at Barking Mad says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:15 pmCathy, wait ’till her turns 19!!! My twins hit 19 this past Feb and it was just amazing that those years flew by so quickly.
I’m embracing every single aspect of the Little Imp’s fleeting toddlerhood and tributes like this not only bring tears to my eyes, but make me want to hold on only that much tighter.
Happy Birthday to your Hooligan #1!!
Fencepost says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:16 pmI can relate to the year flying by. And I dont’ like it any more than you.
Happy Birthday, Hooligan!
Katrina says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:17 pmLove the chubby baby pic. (Mine have all been little chunks, too!) Baby boobies–too funny.
Happy Birthday to your big 8 year old. Looks like a great kid!
gfe--gluten free easily says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:21 pmBeautiful piece, Cathy. Happy birthday to your oldest hooligan! Loved all the photos. 🙂 Enjoy this special day!
Shirley
RobinSue says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:25 pmHappy Birthday! Enjoy celebrating all day long and then some. I have a nine year old too- who is “Nine and Fine”!
Joy says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:30 pmHappy birthday – I think he’s definitely moving from cute to very handsome in a hurry. It gets even scarier to watch one’s grandkids hit these milestones 😉
dawn says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:33 pmHe is so going to hate you for the whole baby boobies thing in about 15 years! LOL
Louise says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:44 pmWhat a sweetie. Nine … that’s a good year.
Trisha says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 1:49 pmWow – nine years old! Happy birthday!
natalie says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:02 pmhappy birthday, noble piglet! 🙂 i remember my 9th…i got a turntable and 2 men at work albums. hey–it was 1983!!
Bunny says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:11 pmOh to have those years back,my son is 28 now what I wouldn’t give to have in on my hip again.
Laura says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:17 pmHappy Birthday handsome Young man ! Time sure flies I glance about and my oldest baby is 21 and soon will have his own baby … my BABY is soon to be 18… Holy sh*t where did the tmie go.
Have a wonderful B day 🙂
Asthmagirl says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:19 pmWhat a cutie! He’s adorable!
And that first picture is a hoot…
Happy Birthday!
Melynda says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:24 pmWonderful! Seeing other mother’s loving their children, makes my heart happy. I have a pillow in the living room from my own kids that shows “as long as there are Mothers, there will be love in the world”.
Leah - Chef Maven says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:39 pmDarling photos – I second that thought, Happy Birthday…..!
Sara says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:42 pmHappy birthday to your son! What a cute baby picture.
Cheryl says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:55 pmHe’s a handsome hooligan, he is! Happy Birthday…to him, and to you. 🙂
(Never quite understood why it’s not the mom celebrated on that day…but as moms suppose we are more than happy to celebrate our offspring. Birthday bubbles heading his way soon! 🙂 )
Sheila says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 2:57 pmOh, how bitter sweet. I can relate. I cried when my youngest was two weeks old because I knew he wouldn’t be that small for long (and due to hormones I am certain). Happy birthday to your young man!
Shawn says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 3:11 pmAwww, there’s just something about boys. My youngest son just turned 10 and my older son is about to turn 12. It was just yesterday that they had their own little baby boobies and rubber band wrists. :::sigh:::
Marcy says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 3:20 pmOh he was a chubby little thing wasn’t he? but now he is growing into such a sweet looking young man:)) You grow’em good Cathy! Your kids are adorable!
Elyse says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 3:22 pmWhat a beautiful birthday message. Looks like you’ve done extremely well!!! What a precious son! Happy birthday to your boy; here’s to many more to come.
Daziano says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 3:25 pmAaaaawwwwwwwww!!!! Happy B-day to your son!
Alisa says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 3:39 pmHe is too handsome! Happy Birthday!! Congrats Mom and Dad on raising such a great kid! Have fun today.
Jennifer says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 3:52 pmWhat a sweet post! Happy birthday to your guy!
Lisa says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 4:21 pmHappy Birthday! The thing about cliches is that there is truth there. Believe me, you blink, and then he’ll be fifteen. Enjoy every moment.
LilSis says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 4:34 pmWhat a cutie! I hope he has a great birthday! It seems the older they get, the faster time flies! It seems like my baby boy was just a toddler yesterday; now he’s 15 and is taller than me. It’s so fun to watch them turn into young men, but it’s really sad, too. We’ll be empty nesters in only three short years! (sniffle, sniffle)
dawn says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 5:18 pmOh my word he is a handsome little guy. Happy Birthday to you cutie pie.
Pam says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 5:32 pmSuch a cute baby has turned into a handsome boy. Can you believe how fast time flies. Happy birthday to your little man.
Fun House Jennifer says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 5:40 pmWishing him a very Happy Birthday!!
I don’t know why time has to go by so quickly–it’s not fair!!
Kelli says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 7:50 pm3-21-00. I will never, ever forget that awesome birthdate you gave him! Happy Birthday Older Hooligan, you are growing into such a handsome man!
imom says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:16 pmLove the chubby baby picture! Hope the birthday celebration is more fun than exhausting!
elra says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:24 pmHAPPY BIRTHDAY to your very very precious one.
He look so cute, Cathy!
Cheers,
elra
Dana says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 9:45 pmI love the moobs (man boobs)! My two year old still has them and they make me laugh every time I take his shirt off. I am trying to savor every moment with him as I know it all goes by so fast. Congrats on having a big boy!
kiki says
Saturday, March 21, 2009 at 11:55 pmHe’s so handsome! What a great young man.
Happy Birthday!
Farmchick says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 12:17 amHappy Birthday! – My son turns twelve tommorrow. Time does really fly.
pam says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 1:19 amYeah, well, just wait till they’re in college, then you’ll really wonder where the time went.
Bob says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 3:33 amVery sweet. 🙂 Happy Birthday, dude!
Julie says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 3:56 amI love the way you write about your kids; it truly warms the cockles of my heart!
Hope he has a great birthday!
Laurie says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 4:08 amHappy Birthday to Hooligan #1, although he looks a whole lot more like a handsome young man than a hooligan these days. You must be so proud. Hope your celebration was wonderful!
Mary says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 4:23 amA Happy Birthday to you both. He’s going to be a hunk soon, Cathy.
Spinach Tiger says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 4:55 amMy neighbor has identical twin boys I know since they are 3 and 4 pounds. They are now 18 months and I’m more in love with them every day. I helped teach them to walk and now to talk. I’ve taken hundreds of pictures of them and feel like they immediately won my heart and became a very important part of my life. Each day they are rapidly changing and I look back at their pictures and think “oh my the time is going so fast. Have to appreciate this moment right now because this babbling is going to be long sentences and then we’ll miss the babbling.
I love this post. It made me teary eyed.
Rachel (S[d]OC) says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 12:09 pmAw…happy birthday to your adorable piglet!
He’s a lucky kid because he’s so well-fed!
Philly says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 1:45 pmYour kids are adorable, love that baby picture !!
Elaine at Lipstickdaily says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 3:20 pmOur D is 9 too. It is SHOCKING how fast it grows. Great pics!
Kate says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 4:52 pmWhat I wouldn’t give to hear that little voice asking me “whatcha doin’ mommy?” one more time. So sweet!!!
Mama Goose says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 5:16 pmHow sweet. Baby boobies. He’s gonna love you for that some day.
Happy (belated) Birthday to you both.
[email protected] Cutting Edge of Ordinary says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 6:09 pmWell look who shares a birthday with me! When I was born…all those years ago it was the first day of Spring. My Mom called me her bundle of spring joy. Awww. Cute huh? Happy Birthday to your bundle of joy!
Alanna says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 9:46 pmThis brought tears to my eyes, it is so very sweet! I can’t wait to have one of my own!!!! Happy birthday, little man! 🙂
Biz says
Sunday, March 22, 2009 at 10:09 pmHappy Belated Birthday to your big man!!
Danielle says
Monday, March 23, 2009 at 3:00 pmAww, sniff, sniff…he’s so cute! The time does fly-bittersweet, sigh. Happy Birthday!
Debbie in CA : ) says
Monday, March 23, 2009 at 4:11 pmAhhhhhhh!!! Sweet, sweet, sweet! : D
Bellini Valli says
Monday, March 23, 2009 at 8:30 pmHappy burthday little man.
Melissa says
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 1:21 amSo beautiful Cathy. I’m sure he’s just the best.
Paula says
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 3:12 amWhat a handsome young man you’ve got there! Just today, I asked my 9 year old if we could skip her birthday and keep her 9 forever! Uh, the answer was no. Isn’t it amazing just how amazing they are?! Happy birthday wishes to your little man! 🙂
tipper says
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 3:45 pmSo sweet! He is a cutie pie!!
BigSis says
Wednesday, March 25, 2009 at 11:25 pmWhat a precious post. It reminds me of when my nephews were little guys. They’re incredible bigger guys now, but I still miss the cute little things they would say and do when they were teeny. I have all those little snapshots in my head…