What I Said, 7th Angelversary Edition
Yesterday's forecast called for thunderstorms and hail. I was already a hot mess, and the thought that we'd have to cancel for the first time ever due to weather was heartbreaking. It rained while I picked up the balloons. It poured while we gathered everything to bring to the cemetery. It sprinkled when we arrived and started setting everything up. Kyle pointed out the gorgeous floral arrangement left by a precious friend, and the tears started. My mother-in-law arrived with cupcakes that perfectly matched the bouquet (completely not planned) and I was officially bawling. But then the skies cleared as people joined us around his gravesite. We were all able to give hugs, catch up, and talk about my special little boy - all while not having to huddle under the tiny canopy we brought as back up. We quickly sang Happy Birthday so that the kids could enjoy the Main Event - the cupcakes. As they ate I said the following words, before we all signed your balloons and releas