Birthday Girl!

 

Dear Isobel,

 

I'm writing this letter to you the night before you turn one year old. One whole year. One year full of so much growth and change, and most importantly, full of love. I was rocking you tonight and I thought about how special it was to hold you when you were brand new. When I was your whole world and you were the little girl I had been waiting for. You were all wrapped in swaddling clothes as your bright eyes stared back at me. Your hands were tiny, your feet were tiny, your nose was tiny - and all so beautiful!

 

 

It is still special to hold you. Your sweet spirit brings so much joy to my heart. I love your smile and your laughter. You have taught me to love and to enjoy each day fully. As I rocked you tonight I prayed for you and thanked God for letting me be your mama for a whole year.

 

 

When I think back about what my life was like before you I can hardly remember. I'm sure that I slept more, had more "me time", had a cleaner house and clothes without smudges on them. I am so happy to trade in all of those things for the honor of being your mother.

 

You are worth the sleepless nights. I absolutely love spending my days with you. Your toys and belongings, food crumbs and messy hand prints in my house are symbols of the wonderful life you have added. Being your mama is totally awesome!

 

I hope that you will know how deeply you are loved. Loved by me. Loved by Daddy. Loved by all of your family. And most of all LOVED BY GOD. He was the One who created you. He has given you your beautiful laughter and your tender heart. He is the One who daily gives me the strength and wisdom to love you well. You are His most precious child. We are just blessed to be your parents.

Happy Birthday, Isobel!!!!! I hope your first birthday is full of family-hugging, present-opening, cake-smashing, kiss-sharing fun!

love, Mama