Emerson's third birthday and first at home

Emerson turned three on January 21st. Last year, he received a family for his big day. :) No joke, it was his 2nd birthday when we officially accepted his file and told them that yes he is our son and brother.

As is tradition at all of our children's first birthdays, in this case first birthday at home, we had our loved ones sign a tablecloth with well wishes for Emerson. It makes a great keepsake for the children and can be used for other birthdays too. We just throw a clear plastic table cloth over top as to not smear any of the words or use it as the gift table. Of course, his had to be red in color.

Speaking of red, we lit a red candle in honor of his birth parents. Although we will never know the reason behind his abandonment, we do have to give them credit for going through with his birth rather than aborting the pregnancy . It was all part of God's great plan. He was always meant to be a member of our family and in order for that to occur they too needed to do their part. So, although our hearts ache with not knowing what really took place in China at the beginning of our son's life, we will forever be grateful that they did do their part to bring Emerson into our lives for we have all been touched by our little man...our Lil' Bubba...