Our Dear, Sweet (almost) One Year Old Palmer

My Dear Sweet Palmer,

As we come up on your first birthday, I look back at all that has happened over the past year, and I am in awe. It is so hard to imagine that a year ago, we were a family of two, and how a year ago, our lives changed forever.

We weren't sure what to expect walking into the hospital that day, but now we know, it was the greatest thing that has ever happened to us.
One year ago, we held you in our arms for the first time.
One year ago, we became a family of three.

Because of you, I am a mom.
Because of you, I am a better person, and strive to be the best that I can.
Because of you, Palmer, I know the deepest meaning of love.

Yes, there have been sleepless nights, grumpy days, and days of pure exhaustion, but those days don't even begin to measure up to the good days.
The days you laugh.
The days you love to cuddle.
The days you give hugs and kisses.
The days you learned to roll, sit up, crawl, and stand.
The days you say dada and mama (the sweetest sounds ever!)

You truly are the happiest little girl I've ever met.

It is amazing to see how much you have changed over the past year. You began as a 5lb 13oz tiny little baby who slept the majority of the day to an almost 25lb nearly-toddler who doesn't keep still.

Not too many things will slow you down these days. I hope this is always true.
I hope you always have the confidence to go where you want, do what you dream, and be who you are.

I cannot wait to see what the next year will bring for us.
A year filled with many more firsts, giggles, and cuddles.
A year filled with memories of watching you grow.
A year filled with love.


We love you, Palmer.

Love Mama.

A Letter To Palmer II

August 11, 2013

My Dear Baby Palmer,

It’s been a long time since I last wrote you a letter. I first wrote to you just a couple days after you were born and now you are 6 1/2 months old  Its hard to think back that long ago, yet it seems like just yesterday. You have grown so much since then, not only in size (tripled already!!), but in your personality and accomplishments.

Some days, I just sit and watch you; watch you play, listen to your noises, watch your expressions. You have become such and independent little person already, yet you make sure we are always in sight. I am amazed at all the things you are able to do already.  We are just waiting for the day you take off running (or crawling) at full speed, as I’m sure its not too far away.

You are still the happiest little girl. We couldn’t have asked for anything more when we got you. Yes, you have your moments of difficulty, but they don’t last long and for the most part, they are few and far between. We really lucked out with you!!! In the 6 ½ months of you, there has only been one night of us trying to get you to sleep – started with the usual feeding, rocking, singing, rocking some more for a couple hours, and it ended with us driving around in the car; you were out like a light!

I can’t wait for your next milestones, yet I want time to stand still. You are growing up so fast. I'm excited for the next chapter in the life of Palmer.

Love always,

Mommy

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A Letter to Palmer I

My Dear Baby Palmer,

You surprised us all when you decided to show up a month early! I was a little worried at first; just hoping you’d be healthy. You showed us all how strong you were right from the beginning. I know you will carry this strength with you as you grow into a young woman, just as I’m sure you will continue to surprise us just as you did the day you were born. And, like the day you were born, you will likely do things on your own timeline. 

I am not here to dictate your life. I will be at your side to help you through whatever life may bring you.  I will be a shoulder to cry on during the sad and difficult times. I will laugh with you during the happy times. I promise I will support you in whatever decisions you make in life, because it is your journey to be had. Whatever you choose to do and wherever you may choose to go, I will hold your hand and I will walk with you. I want so many things for you. I know you will have those and so much more.

I will love you unconditionally.

 

Right now you are 5 months old and the happiest little girl I have ever met. I hope you always stay this happy. Don’t settle for anything less than extraordinary because you are extraordinary. No matter how old you are, or how grown up you get; you will always be my little girl.

I love you, Palmer.

Love Mommy