Wow... I woke up earlier this morning with a heart that overflows with so much gratitude. Today, I celebrate my first son, my womb opener, my first fruit and gift that I am blessed with as a mother, as he turns 10 years old on earth. A whole decade of life that has been filled with many life lessons with him.
I was soaked with so much reflection to the point that I couldn't control the tears of joy that ran down my cheeks, but it's all good. 😊 Ten years of watching my son grow and fight difficult health issues that befall him, and yet he is still striving. I remember wishing to bear the cross for him at a point, but no, it wasn't just possible.
The journey has been filled with mixed emotions: the wins, the laughter, especially from his earliest age, and the storm we have been through together since five years ago. Yet, he chooses to live with me. He has fought death several times, passed through a series of medical procedures, and come out alive. Sometimes, I wonder where he gets the strength to scale through the whole torture he has been going through in the hospitals of Lagos State. I remember entering a lab with him for a procedure, and immediately my earrings were removed from my ears, and I was warned that metals aren't allowed here. Fear gripped all over me, and I began to ask myself, am I sure he will come out here alive? But here you are, sound and healthy.
I remember days when fear threatened to steal my peace, leaving me totally depressed, but in every darkness and storm, I still found the courage to advise myself as a mom. My son has taught me what persistence is and what courage should look like. Even after undergoing those moments of health issues, he will regain consciousness and be willing to go back to school immediately, not giving in to any negative circumstances around him. I love how positive he is even as a child. I love how much he prays to God to heal him from this health challenge.
This morning, I asked him, What birthday gift do you want, my child?" and his response broke my heart more. He said, I want God to heal me. Do you hear that? I shed tears, kneel down, and pray for him, asking God to give him the exact birthday present he just requested, and I am positive that it is settled.
I can go on and on to express my journey with this son of mine, but going further will only leave more tears in my eyes. I just want to celebrate the life he is living today despite all odds. And with my sincere heart, I pray for him...
You are marked for greatness, my son!
You will excel in all you do
And to your rising, there shall be no end
Live long and prosper.🎉 🥳
Happy birthday, my star boy, and thanks for choosing me as your mom.
The best of you is yet to come, and yes, the world will hear of your greatness.
With all my love,
Mom ❤️♥️
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Tears swelled my face reading his response...and God will surely heal him completely. So emotional and I commend you for being a great mother to him and his brothers. Oh boy, 10 years and will still be counting in Jesus name.
"Happy birthday, dear Chisom, I pray heaven hears and answers your prayers for healing. As you clock a new age and also opening another chapter, God will always be with you. His presence will never leave you. You are a great child and so shall it be. ❤️😎🥰"
I say a resounding Amen to your prayers my dear. He is here reading the text too and claiming the prayers. Thanks so much 🥰
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That's beautiful 😍
You are welcome 😊
Happy birthday to him. Birthdays reminds us of how far we've come despite the trials and hurdles, the things we have to overcome in a daily. Many more years to him.
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Indeed, that's the type of reflections that comes with birthdays and I am glad to witness this year's own with him
Thank you so much for your well wishes and for the Curation as well 👍
Dearest star boy, I pray God in heaven will hear your prayer and grant your birthday wishes.
Dear NKEM, you are a strong woman, thank you for being his rock through all the hard times, and may God continue to bless and keep him safe.
Happy birthday sweetheart ❣️❣️❣️
Awwwww.. Funshee dear 🧡
Thanks for your prayers, compliment and encouragement
I really appreciate that a lot
A big Amen to your prayers my darling 😍
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You are very much welcome 🤗❣️❣️
10 years is not a joke. You have actually really tried. As a guy i know how troublesome and stubborn a boy can be haha. All in all, Happy birthday bro ,i hope you get to grow up achieve your dreams and goals in life and as well make you mum proud.
Lol
Amen ooo
Thanks so much 🥰
Look how big our star boy have grown, 10 years living is definitely a great thing to celebrate and I'm happy to witness this day in his life virtually hehe.
Happy birthday mummy's baby boy, keep growing in God's grace and in good health 🥰
Well done mummy, your firstborn looks good on you (if there's anything like that) 🤣
Hehehe 😃... there's many things like that oo.
Lol
Thanks so much for your warm wishes Merit
We do appreciate you so much 🥰
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You are welcome momma 🥰
More strength to you!
Amen!!!!
Divine healing is his portion in Christ Jesus. He shall fulfill his destiny and nothing shall by any means stop it.
Grace has found him today.
Believe it and it shall be so.
Hearty birthday wishes to him.
Wow .. Amen ooo, my dear.i believe! So shall it be!.
Much appreciated luchyl ♥️
Happy birthday to him , God will perfect his healing in. Jesus name
Amen and Amen
Thanks my dear ♥️
I pray that the Lord will heal him from all sorts of sicknesses he's experiencing at his tender age, and it will turn out to testimony in Jesus name.
Happy birthday to brother 🎉.
Amen and Amen 🙏🥳🎉
Thanks so much 🤗
It is not a palatable experience at all, I know how one will feel when having a life threatening sickness.
I pray God heals him, and me too completely from yearly, and frequent sickness.
Amen 🙏
Tears rolled down my cheek reading this and that birthday present from God shall he do soonest IJN.
Happy birthday, dear big boy. May lines continue to fall for you in pleasant places🙏 Keep growing, dear son.
Keep being strong for him and the Lord will continue to make him the coolness of your eyes IJN
A resounding Amen 🙏. I so much appreciate your warm feedback dear
Thanks so much 🥰
You are welcome
Happy birthday son 🎉
Thank you!
Your son looks like you oo
Thanks for the curation ❤️