a few months ago, we went to dinner with my son and his partner. We could see excitement in their faces when they walked into the restaurant. after they were seated at our table and we had exchanged the usual pleasantries, they said they had something to tell us. we were mystified by their obvious elation, and we were completely bowled over when they said they were expecting a baby. our son is in his mid-forties and his partner is in her late thirties, and we had given up on the idea of ever having a grandchild. we were thrilled, of course, and the two of them were clearly overjoyed with the prospect of being parents.
the pregnancy has gone smoothly. they have gone to birthing classes together and moved into another house that was better suited to housing their small family. they've spent the last few weeks redoing the house and setting up a beautiful nursery. they've collected all the necessary equipment, furnishings, and clothing for the baby. today, we're going over to the town where they live for a baby shower being given by two of their friends and will get to meet the happy mother's parents and see their new home in person.
there is something about the realization that you are a part of the miracle of creation that can't be duplicated by any other experience. i can remember the overwhelming joy that my wife and i experienced when we learned that we were becoming parents. may each of us know the thrill of unconditional love for another being. may we marvel at the continuum of bringing new life into the world. may we be filled with gratitude as we recognize our part in the miracle of birth. shalom.
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