Ode to Taylor

Today is my little brother's 21st birthday. I can't believe it! I still remember when my mom was pregnant with him. Mom and Dad didn't want Dustin or I to be jealous or decide we didn't want him before he was born, so they surprised us with his gender. Even though I desperately wanted a little sister, when I saw Taylor at the hospital with that bright red "poppy" in his mouth, I couldn't have loved him more.
21 years later, that is still true. Today I am celebrating you, Taylor, and the blessing and gift that you are. You are a precious creation. You are unique. You are loved.

" 'For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the LORD, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'"

Happy Birthday, little brother. I love you!