I wish there was a word beyond thank you. I say thank you to a stranger who holds the door open for me. Don't get me wrong, I really appreciate such random acts of kindness, and it is especially nice while balancing a wiggly 9 month old on a 28 week belly. However, I need words more powerful then that, for something above and beyond.
I was completely shocked when I discovered my usual stroller strides play group that we attend every Friday was actually a baby shower. Never in my life have I been so surprised.
These ladies had planned out this party for weeks!! Without my knowledge! They thought of every little detail to keep it a secret. They planed with my other friends, who joined in on the action. You know what really surprised me? How they kept it a secret for so long without even flinching.
Not only did my friends shower me with a beautiful party, complete with decorations, delicious food, and cupcakes, but the gifts were so touching and personal. Copies of their own children's favorite books to add to our collection. Adorable boy clothes- which I have a hard time finding since I have an eye for little girl clothes. Diapers. Rattles and toys. Warm, snugly blankets.
Then on top of all of these individual gifts, they all pitched in to get me a double jogging stroller. In the card from everyone there was a target gift card with more then enough to get some last odds and ends.
This is above and beyond what I would expect from friendship. This is family. And this deserves above and beyond thank you. I just hope all of you know how much this means to me, and how grateful I am that I have met all of you.
I had a hard weekend, but anytime I felt down I looked at that big box or some of the adorable tiny outfits, and I remembered, I am not alone. Thank you.
