I'm middle aged too (sorta). he is my bonus. but that makes me feel good amidst the chaos. thanks-your comment is sweet, it made my day
My 15 year old was my "Surprise!" I was 36 when he was born. Had amnio-They called told me baby is fine. I said "Let's cut to the chase, boy or girl? I have no girl things in my house."
10 years between kids made a world of difference in my parenting. I would look at him and say "Been there, done that, it won't work on me." He is the most grounded of my sons, because of that.