Happy 1st Birthday Rocky!

It's hard to believe that a year has passed! One year ago today, Rocky literally punched his way into the world. (Here is the link for that crazy story)  I was rushed back for an emergency c-section and my little guy was rushed to the NICU. I didn't even get to see him until several hours later and when I did see him I couldn't even hold him. It wasn't a surprise that that was how it was going to happen, but when it actually happened it was just very unnatural.

I just remember him being so tiny, but so strong! I knew that he would be okay. Of course this year didn't pass without it's challenges, but our little Rocky he is a big fighter. He has truly blessed our life with joy and has taught me so many lessons. I know that the Lord answers prayers and I know that my faith has grown because of our little miracle baby.

I look back on pictures from this past year to see how he has grown. His face used to be covered by masks and tubes and tape and now his smiley face hides behind nothing and I love it! I love watching him, playing with him, talking to him. I love that he is always smiling and laughing at something. I love how he watches his big brothers and wants to be where they are. He follows them and plays with them and tries to do what they do. He is growing up so fast and he is loving every minute of it. This boy truly loves life and I am loving that he is part of our life and part of our family.

Our little fighter...he went his first "12 rounds" and came out a champion. He is #1!!

Rocky's 12 Rounds:

• ROUND 1

 

• ROUND 2

• ROUND 3

•  ROUND 4

•  ROUND 5

•  ROUND 6

•  ROUND 7

•  ROUND 8

•  ROUND 9

•  ROUND 10

•  ROUND 11

•  ROUND 12