Day 252:
"Challenges are what make life interesting; overcoming them is what makes life meaningful."
--Joshua J. Marine
In my 39 years, Conor, I could have never imagined where I am today. There was a time when I would look around at so many great friends with wonderful children and I would wonder to myself, "will I ever be a Father?" I always assumed I'd be an Uncle; be it paternally or fraternally, I always knew there would be a couple of kids whose lives I'd be apart of though more importantly, a couple kids who would be apart of my life... But I never imagined what's become of that wonderment, Son. Never once.
Today, August 22nd, 2012, a young lady you'll know your entire life was born. Today Son, we welcomed to the world Charlie Jane Anderson! She was born this very afternoon, 8 lbs, 5 oz. and 21 inches long. She's perfect, Conor. And I'm afraid to tell you, your marriage has already been arranged! Sorry...
It's as exciting a time as I can remember, Boy'O.. First you, then Kailyn, then Andrew, then Brantley, then Ryan, and now Charlie Jane! Six little ones all within 8 months!! And all of you guys will know one another, at least through the formative years.
Yes Conor, almost any challenge I've ever faced has been met with vigor and determination and for that, I've been oft rewarded... But this is more than I could have ever imagined... And indeed, my life is meaningful...
I love you, Conor... And all your cousins, too.
--Dad
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