Do you believe in magic?
Nolan was born on a magical day in a magical way. February 29 only comes around every 4 years and they say that leap year is very special. February 29, 1980 I was driving in my Volkswagen bus, my mother in the passenger seat by my side and Dillon and Sasha romping on the queen sized mattress in the back (seat belts weren't required back then). As we were driving along I was talking with my mother and had to catch my breath right in the middle of a sentence. My mom asked if I was alright. I could only reply, "I think I just had a contraction!" "Oh my!" said my mother in her soft squeaky voice, (those of you who knew my mother know what I mean). I drove home and birthing preparations were made.
I don't think Dillon and Sasha knew what was happening even though when I tucked them into bed I told them that when they got up in the morning there would be a new baby in the house. Hugs and kisses as usual and to bed they went. And sure enough, when they woke up the next day they were greeted by their new baby brother!
Each birth is unique but Nolan's birth was especially unique. Not only was he born on a special date, the bag of water never broke! He came out completely surrounded by the amniotic sac which the midwife had to open to finally expose him to the world. It is called being born in the caul. Legend has it that being born in the caul means you are born with a magical aura which would manifest as talents later in life. Twenty six years after his birth Nolan has exhibited many tallents.
He is artistic and creative. Those of you who have seen his art work can attest that he has a nack of bringing out the beauty of nature where you might least expect it.
He is strong and kind. He is a joy to the lives of his family and friends but his infulence extends beyond that. Working with Hospice patients he touches lives of people every day in a very special way. He helps people live with dignity the last days of their time on this earth. He cares for his patients making them feel safe and secure with his strong but gentle hands. He treats them with kindness and compassion, unconditionally.
I thank God for my dear Nolan and the love and joy he has brought into my life. Happy Birthday my sweet son. I love you :)
I don't think Dillon and Sasha knew what was happening even though when I tucked them into bed I told them that when they got up in the morning there would be a new baby in the house. Hugs and kisses as usual and to bed they went. And sure enough, when they woke up the next day they were greeted by their new baby brother!
Each birth is unique but Nolan's birth was especially unique. Not only was he born on a special date, the bag of water never broke! He came out completely surrounded by the amniotic sac which the midwife had to open to finally expose him to the world. It is called being born in the caul. Legend has it that being born in the caul means you are born with a magical aura which would manifest as talents later in life. Twenty six years after his birth Nolan has exhibited many tallents.
He is artistic and creative. Those of you who have seen his art work can attest that he has a nack of bringing out the beauty of nature where you might least expect it.
He is strong and kind. He is a joy to the lives of his family and friends but his infulence extends beyond that. Working with Hospice patients he touches lives of people every day in a very special way. He helps people live with dignity the last days of their time on this earth. He cares for his patients making them feel safe and secure with his strong but gentle hands. He treats them with kindness and compassion, unconditionally.
I thank God for my dear Nolan and the love and joy he has brought into my life. Happy Birthday my sweet son. I love you :)
posted by Kathleen Hawkins at 4:57 AM
3 Comments:
Woah! That's crazy. I have never heard of children being born in their sacks. I wonder how long he could have stayed in their... hee hee
Yay for Noli!
I don't know if he would have stayed there for too long. He was kind of blinking and looking like he was ready for the new adventure ahead.
I was just browsing back through your blog and noticed this post. I think I must have missed it the first time around. I never knew that story about Nolan. Very cool. And, the legend must be true because he does have a magic aura. He is a love and I can't quite imagine my life without him. I'm so glad he was born my brother! Love you Nolie. . . and mama! ~Sasha
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