My Most Precious Baby Boy,
I cannot believe how quickly the last two years have passed! It has been a privilege to watch you grow into such a wonderful little boy.
When I hold you- maybe I should say when you let me hold you, I try to remember that sweet smell, the feel of your baby soft skin, and the feel of your sweet little breaths on my neck when you would sleep.
From the moment you were conceived you have been a fighter, a determined little guy. We went through so much, you and I, just getting you here- literally facing death. And now you make me realize everyday how blessed we are to have you here – watching, and joining you, in celebrating life! You are growing up so fast, and I am trying hard to soak it all in. I delight in watching you grow up, but a part of me wants to stop time and keep you little forever.
Now you are two. How could I have ever imagined the toddler you have become?
You are such a sweet, sweet boy- you adore your Big Brother beyond words. He is the first thing you ask for when you wake up, and the last thing you ask for at the end of each day. My heart fills with joy to see how much you two love each other, how well you play together, and the way that you each complete the other.
You make me proud by being so polite; always saying please, thank you, you’re welcome, even excuse me. With each “Bah-bye” you say, it is always coupled with blowing kisses or giving hugs. Then there is that other side of you- You are so feisty, so independent, and so ornery. Throwing food, or objects, watching to see if we are noticing the thing you are on the verge of testing the limits with. Oh, and those “totally two tantrums”, yes, you have perfected those too!
We love to watch you dance, and sing, and "march, march, march" across the room… and into our hearts. You love to play outside, and ask to be out at any chance you get- standing at the back door pointing, and saying “ow-siiiiie”. You are fearless. You love climbing, and coming down slides, and seldom deprive us of a “Weeeeeee!!!!” as you make your way down.
You love to color, play kitchen, help with chores, and are very adamant about what clothes you would like to wear for the day. Your favorite show is Little Einsteins, or “Pat Pat”, as you call it- you squeal with joy at the sound of the opening music, as you pat, pat, pat your hands and yell “Blast Off!” as you throw your arms high into the air. Elmo, and Buzz are not too far behind in receiving your affections though! You love people, phones, remotes, keys, and particularly your Snuggy. You have learned about friends, and you get so excited about people your own size to play with! You are an amazing communicator. I may not always know exactly what you are saying, and you may not have the words, but I can tell in a second how you feel or what you want.
Happy Second Birthday to my little “Bubba”. Thank you for such wonderful memories these last two years, I can hardly wait to see what this next one has in store for you as you continue to grow, learn, imagine, and play!
I love you more than words can say,
Mommy
A very proud Mommy and Daddy with their 2 year old
Birthday kisses
