Fast forward a while and I was walking down the aisle. Benjamin loved me unconditionally, and he was so sure of it - he wanted this, he wanted a family. I wasn't ready to commit to a life of being a housewife and mother. Benjamin was readier than anyone thought he'd be. He embraced the life of a father and husband, he did everything right.
Another few months seemed to meander by and all of a sudden on January 4, my water broke. That's when Benjamin lost it. He was freaking out and I was calm as ever, our roles reversed and it seemed to be just fine. Benjamin was nervous, yet very supportive and protective through my entire labor (although he did fall asleep for a few hours). He stayed in the room, he supported my legs, he even cut the cord. He was a brand new dad and he couldn't be prouder.
The first few days, weeks, months were rough, but he's loved Charles-Winston from day one. Benjamin cuddles with him and takes care of him in the mornings so I can sleep in. He's an amazing dad, he's an amazing husband and everything he does he does for us - he's one of the most selfless people I know. And he's been there from the very first day, supporting me and helping me take care of our precious, beloved baby.
