Boss Ryan

Bossy-

So as I write this, I'm feeling pretty guilty. I thought that I would write you a letter on the day that you were born, something to tell you exactly how I felt watching you enter this world. And that was like 10 weeks ago. Luckily, I'm pretty sharp and I can remember most all of it.

First off, I want to tell you about your name. No doubt, you'll take some slack from ignorant people who can't think of anything very original or creative to say about your name, so you'll likely hear the same comments most of your life. For that I am sorry, not for giving you your name, but just for all of the stupid people in the world you are entering. Boss is a strong name, it carries some authority innately. It's also a family name. I have a great great uncle who was nicknamed Boss, and your mom has a great great grandfather named Boss Myers. Your name describes your character and it connects you to your family. Ryan is the name of my best friend Ryan Alexander Ormes. He's the guy I met in 2005, connected me with your mom in 07, and stood by my side in 09 when I married her. He's someone I wanted to honor and want you to know. Plus he's British which is always fun. Ryan is also a name that means "little king" Boss means "one with authority". There is something so very intriguing about seeing you in that role as a leader someday given what we know about you so far. You are really just so easy going and steady. I can't wait to see who you become. The other day your mom and I spent some time in prayer and looking through scripture and found this verse which we think is really for you:

Psalm 45:2-7

New Living Translation (NLT)

² You are the most handsome of all.
    Gracious words stream from your lips.
    God himself has blessed you forever.
³ Put on your sword, O mighty warrior!
    You are so glorious, so majestic!
⁴ In your majesty, ride out to victory,
    defending truth, humility, and justice.
    Go forth to perform awe-inspiring deeds!
⁵ Your arrows are sharp, piercing your enemies’ hearts.
    The nations fall beneath your feet.

⁶ Your throne, O God,^[a] endures forever and ever.
    You rule with a scepter of justice.
⁷ You love justice and hate evil.
    Therefore God, your God, has anointed you,
    pouring out the oil of joy on you more than on anyone else.

There's no other way to say it than, that's just badass

SO, to the day you were born. It was a Sunday morning. We showed up to the hospital early in the morning, I think around 4am. Your mom had the most chill labor. She of course knew she wanted an epidural, and we had done it all before, so there was little anxiety. You had a good pregnancy and your mom felt pretty good the whole time. The people in the room were your mom and you of course, me, your Noni, Haley Myers-Brannon and our nurse was Ashley Venable, my longtime friend. She was there to deliver your brother too. It was such a peaceful experience. Even when you came out, you cried, but it was just easy. You were finally here and we just adored you. You did break your clavicle, which we didn't find out for a few days, so that probably hurt. Sorry about that.

As far as the last 10 weeks, Its been really cool getting to know you. You're a really great baby. You sleep well, you eat well, you cry when you're hungry and when you're sleepy. You hate having hiccups, which I do too, and you poop like a machine. You're handsome as any boy I've ever seen and just really peaceful. We have alot of peace in our home because of you. I can't wait to get to know you.

I'll definitely try to write more and more, which will be easier as I transition to working one job after this summer. Talk to you soon Boss man!

Love you

Dad