The Best Birthday Gift

Today was my birthday, and I received the best birthday gift ever. Not only was my baby girl Sophie, born this week, but her birthparents signed the papers today. We weren't too worried that would change their mind, but we are filled with joy, knowing that she truly is ours. I have never felt so much joy and love. I fell in love with my little Sophie just moments after meeting her. She wrapped her little spirit around my heart and hasn't let go. She has filled my life with so much joy and happiness. I told Jon, that life feels more complete now that we have Sophie in our lives. I know I will never forget this birthday. We didn't do much to celebrate, except to go to dinner, but I didn't need much celebration, just time with my baby girl. I am so grateful to Sophie's birthparents for their selfless sacrifice. Sophie's birthparents are married and already have four kids of their own. Sophie's birthmother also had two other babies for her own sister, who wasn't able to have kids of her own. When she found out she was pregnant with Sophie, she and her husband decided they couldn't keep Sophie. They talked with their four kids and told them they were going to give another family who couldn't have children the chance to have a baby. I don't understand it, but I am grateful. They have truly blessed our lives. I don't know how either of them could hold this sweet baby girl and say good-bye, knowing they would never see her again. It breaks my heart just thinking about it and I have shed many tears on their behalf, but I am filled with gratitude that they were willing and able to do it. I pray every night, that they may be filled with peace and strength, knowing that their sweet baby girl is with a family who will love her and care for her. Sophie is already loved by so many, who don't even know her yet. Those who meet her will be able to feel the sweetness of her spirit and instantly fall in love with her. I love my baby girl so much and I am eternally grateful to her birthparents for giving me this wonderful blessing. I have never met such an amazing woman as Sophie's birthmother. I pray that she knows the love and appreciation I feel for her. I don't know how a mother can give her sweet baby girl to another, but I will love her for giving me the chance to be a mother also.