Now we are one, baby. A year of life for you, and a year of a new life for me, your mama. In this short time we have already taught each other so much, and it seems impossible to comprehend that with each passing day we will grow even more. So before you grow any older, I want to say thank you, Reese.
From the first time I saw you, your eyes trying to figure me out, to now, when they reflect the innate joy you find in life, you have amazed me. You have taken me along to discover the world, and I am reminded how simple it can be. It’s hard not to be happy around you, because you are such a joyful boy. You have invented ways to make yourself laugh, and even the smallest things we do can send you into fits of giggles. I hope you keep that as you get older, because laughs are the cure for everything.
You have grown so much in the past year, even though you still don’t have much hair, just like I did as a baby. You love to move, and even though you keep one leg tucked underneath as you crawl, it doesn’t slow you down. Now you are cruising, and amazingly, taking your first independent steps. We know you can walk on your own, but you’re scared, and that’s OK. Lots of things in this world are scary, but hopefully Daddy and I will help you through it all.
Depending on when you read this you might be grossed out to know we are still nursing. But it is some of our most special time together, and we have taken many naps snuggling together after a good snack. Although Daddy gets nervous about you eating in public, I don’t mind, and we’ve even participated in a group nursing with 100 other babies! I do hope, however, that you keep from trying to get me to flash other people.
Sometimes I wonder what you will be like when you are older. I hope you enjoy reading like I do, and that you have a hobby you really love. I’m not sure what kind of job you might taken on, but right now you are such a sweet, happy guy that I can’t imagine it being something that didn’t have to do with helping people. We’ll be proud of you whatever you decide – but that is far into the future. For now, just be yourself. Curious about everything, full of hugs and giggles, and ready for each new challenge.
Love,
Mama
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