Almost exactly two years ago, my entire life changed when you were placed in my arms. From the moment I saw you, I fell in love. Somehow, you were exactly what I imagined you’d be, yet so much more. You were a perfect baby. You were so handsome with your fuzzy blond hair, round face, your button nose, big mouth, and your blue eyes. You weren’t a fussy baby at all and you started sleeping through the night close to 3 months, what mom could ask for anything more?
In these past two years, I have learned so much from you. Patience is the first thing that comes to mind. I can’t force anything with you; you do things on your own time. You always seem to know what you want and how to go about getting it. It amazes me that even on the nights when you’ve been the naughtiest and I can’t wait to put you to bed, after you’ve been sleeping for a few hours – I actually miss you. You’ve taught me what it means to be a mother and being with you every day is the best full time job I could ever have. I’m proud to say that you are worth all of the sacrifices this family has made in order for me to continue staying at home with you.
The way that you and Bailey chase each other around the house each morning cracks me up. I love that when you say kiss it comes out peesh. I love that you think everything is yellow. I love that you are absolutely obsessed with cell phones. I love that you get excited when the school bus drives by our house each morning and afternoon. I love that you slide down the stairs on your stomach faster than the speed of light. But my favorite part of the day is when we hear daddy’s car in the garage and you wait for him by the door jumping up and down and laughing with excitement – trying not to let Bailey knock you over.
When I think about you becoming a big brother, my heart melts. I know you are going to be an amazing big brother – but it also means that you aren’t my baby anymore. I’m sure things are going to be difficult when you realize that this new baby isn’t going away, but we’ll get through it. I’m going to miss our one on one time and being able to be by your side anytime you need me, but I know you will adjust. I’m excited for you to show your little brother or sister the tricks of the trade and how things work around here. Your dad and I will always have a special bond with you, since we are both the oldest in our families too. I know you might not think this immediately, or even in the next 18 years – but I have a feeling that this sibling is the best gift that we can give you. I love you with all of my heart, Jack.
Love,
Mommy
That was so sweet and touching Molly!!! What a beautiful letter.
ReplyDeleteAwww, you are going to make me cry!! And I'm at work so that is not a good thing!!!
ReplyDeleteDarcy :)
You are a wonderful mommy, Molly!
ReplyDeleteThat is the sweetest thing ever!!!
ReplyDeleteSo sweet! I remember crying when Oscar was a newborn and Jack wanted me to lay with him at night like I always did and I couldn't because I had to nurse Oscar. I remember trying to reach over Oscar to touch Jack with my fingertips. :( It makes me tear up just to think about it! It has happened with every one of my babies. I always feel so badly for the little one who is so attached to me still.
ReplyDeleteYou need to print that and put it in Jack's baby book. You'll probably cry every time you read it. :)