Ethan, my son. A father's pride and a mother's joy. Yes, that's what you are to me and your mummy. Praise be to God for having sent you into our lives a year ago. Has it already been a year? And what a wonderful and momentous year it has been!

From the time you were born on April 24th 2009 until today, life has never been the same. It has gotten better and all the more meaningful to have a little bundle of joy to call our own. I thank God for having given us this privilege and honour for caring for you.

Personally, I'm very blessed as a new father because your mum have put in long hours in to care for you night and day. Even at 14 months old, she continues to wake up a few times each night to feed you.

It was like just yesterday that you had your first poo, your first smile, your first crawl, your first tooth, your first illness (chicken pox!) and now, you are starting to take little steps. As for crying, you seem to be a natural from day one ;p Seriously though, you are a cheerful and friendly baby who never fails to bring a smile to people who see you.

Ethan, thank you for being our son. I pray that your mum and I will be able to bring you up in the ways that are right and pleasing to God, to teach and guide you in His ways. May I be the earthly father that our Heavenly Father, God has meant me to be.

To many more wonderful years together...