When we named you Xin En in Chinese, it was because we wanted you to always be filled with compassion and gratitude (En) in your heart (Xin), however simple our lives might be.
Before you were born, Papa and Mama also prayed every day, that you would be exceedingly joyful, no matter what our circumstances, wherever in the world we might live in or have to travel to. True enough, you’ve proven to be a resilient newborn, travelling with us to church and meetings and grocery shopping, as early as your 3rd day of life, with many smiley moments in between.
One of the reasons I’m filled with thanksgiving for the privilege of nursing you through the night, is that I can always awaken to this every morning, your smile of utter contentment and in my interpretation, deep gratitude (En) for the simple joys of life.
For giving us the only gift that you have as a newborn, with all that you have from within, we hope that you’ll continue to give of yourself radically and generously to all around you, as God has given to you.
Love,
Mama
