One year ago today, my sweet littlest boy, you came into our lives. I remember the day of your birth like it was yesterday. I remember the way you looked with the bag of water still covering the right side of your face and head, the way your sweet cry sounded, the unbelievable feeling of accomplishment I had when the birth was over, and the way it felt to finally hold you in my arms.
You were the picture of perfection in this mama's eyes. You were so soft, and snuggly, and my perfect little second born. And have been a different mama to you. I am more relaxed. I am more comfortable. I have done this once, and I was so much better prepared this time.
You were such a happy baby. I complained about your sleep, but overall you have always done fairly well.
It was crazy when you found those fingers! I still can't believe you would just fall asleep on the floor. You were never reliant on me for falling asleep. At times you were, but it was rare. You have spent your first of many years being our Mr. Independent.
That fuzzy hair was just to die for! There is a small part on the back that still stands up, but not like it used to.
Oh, those eyes!
You are walking all over our home. I can't believe how fast you mastered it. Two weeks after you took your first steps you decided that walking would be your main mode of transport, and you do it well!
You have a great vocabulary already. You say milk, mama, dada, brother, bottle, ball, more and bye-bye. You have a temper too! You throw things when you are mad and throw yourself on the floor when you are frustrated. We might be in for it with you and that temper. We shall see :)
You hold your blanket so softly to your cheek when you are tired or feeling snuggly. You still suck your 2 fingers on your left hand a lot. It's starting to drive me crazy, but I know it will likely work itself out.
You eat an unbelievable amount of food. You love fruits and veggies and just about everything else I offer you. Tuna, turkey, hummus, peaches, pears, apple slices, fish sticks and crackers are just some of your favorites. Watermelon is probably your absolute favorite food. That's one reason why I made you the cake I did.
You also absolutely love your bath. The other night, we were in the great room and I asked if you were ready for your bath. You waddled all the way back into the bathroom and looked at me pointing and saying "bat, bat, bat!" It was so cute. We also sing a "bye-bye water" song when it's time to get out, so when I push the button down to drain the water you start swaying back and forth and singing "ba-ba, ba-ba". I so look forward to your bath time!
You also LOVE your daddy. You run to him when he comes home from work and pat his back when he picks you up. You walk around the house saying "da-da, da-da" wondering where he is.
You have brought so much joy to our lives, sweet baby Lu. You have made me question so much about myself as a mother and have helped me grow, just in one year. I am so looking forward to what the future brings and can't wait to watch you and your brother grow.
I love you so much.
Love,
Mommy
