Dear Ephraim,

Sometimes I feel a part of my heart break thinking about how you won't stay my little newborn baby forever. This time is so precious and short and I wish it could last forever. You are so perfect and sweet and just like a little piece of heaven right here in our home. I thank our Heavenly Father in each prayer that he has trusted Dad and I to be your parents. We want so badly to teach you of the great love of your Heavenly Father and your purpose on earth. You have a wonderful life in store for you and I know that you will do much good. Sometimes when you look off into nothing I feel as if you see things I don't see. As if you can see the ministering angels that dwell in our home. Possibly my Mom, or a grandparent that has passed away. I know that you were with God just a short time ago and that your spirit is so sensitive and close to the Holy Ghost and to the pure remembrance you have of God and Jesus Christ. Being near you helps me to want to be closer to them in how I live my life. Going through birth isn't easy for either one of us, but you were a trooper- cord wrapped around the neck and all. Being induced you had to come when the medicine said it was time and you were a champ. Just like you'll be in this life.