As I was preparing breakfast for Elizabeth this morning I was bombarded with an array of emotions. Here sat Elizabeth at my breakfast table, buckled in to her booster, signing that she was hungry. I was no longer looking at MY baby. I was looking at a sweet toddler maturing before my eyes. So I did what any good mom would do. I put on a pot of coffee (decaff obviously) cooked Elizabeth's eggs and when it was all done joined her at the table.
As my coffee let off swirls of steam I began to think about saying goodbye to one baby and welcoming another. No, I am not saying goodbye to Elizabeth, just her "babyhood." We will soon welcome a new baby and say hello to Elizabeth growing up and becoming a big sister.
When Elizabeth was a small baby I could never her picture her walking, talking, feeding herself, etc. I could only imagine her as a infant. I can now imagine, and thanks to Gods love for me dream (literally), of her wonderful milestones. Now that we are here I am rejoicing in so many ways. I would say it is sad but I would be lying. To see Elizabeth celebrate her milestones is something not even the doctors thought would happen. I am blessed by all God has given our family and it will never be forgotten.
So here are a few of my thoughts for Elizabeth this morning;
Dear Elizabeth,
One day I wont be able to count the crumbs of goldfish on the floor or the amount of laundry I've washed in one day. You'll be too busy doing your things to climb up in my lap for one more rock. Soon your days will consist of the school, friends, and your interest.You'll be in your room jamming to some current hit on the radio. I'll be busy getting you and your sister from point A to point B. Your good morning kisses and tight hugs that shake your whole body will be forever ingrained in my memory. The way you scream "daddy" when you are excited will still be one of the top 5 sweetest sounds I have ever heard. I promise to always try to take it day by day.I promise to try to remember when we face challenges ahead that God is only letting me borrow you, that you have been his from the beginning. You were the first child to open up mine and your daddy's eyes to unconditional love. You taught us the true meaning of determination and stubbornness. You taught us to believe in miracles and that the shows not over till God tells us it is. Thank you holding us accountable and making us forever grateful. Thank you for making us parents. Thank you for leaving everyone you come in contact with something special. We are so PROUD of you exactly how you are. We will forever love you!
P.S. Don't hate me when you look back on all the photos of you with big bows, and outfits that are too sweet to resist. No baby ever looked cuter than you did.
Love,
Mom
I have a feeling that my reflections aren't uncommon for a mom with a toddler welcoming a new baby. I am blessed to have both of my girls and cannot wait to see our family grow in love and numbers. So tonight when you put your toddler to bed try not to be sad that they are so independent, instead thank God for instilling that independence in them. I have a feeling I may need my hands free for this next one. I gotta say goodbye, my sweet toddler, has made her way to her bedroom to play and I have to make sure her walls/doors are still standing.
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