A Letter To Naia

My sweet little Naia,

Tomorrow you're 1, one month old.

We've spent 4 weeks together, the best 4 weeks of my life. 

I can't believe how fast time has gone...

I can't believe how much you've changed.

I still can't believe I'm a mommy, your mommy. 

I'm so blessed.

I sit here thinking about August 11th. How daddy and I were getting a pedicure, with mommy questioning if those pains she felt were labor pains...and yes they were. I love that we didn't need induction... and I know it was meant to be that you've chosen the 11th. I know your Uncle Jesse is smiling down on us. 

I remember them placing you on my chest, yet I was still out of breath, unable to sink in the fact that my baby was here. As they took you away, I heard you cry, your first cry...I waited for them to check you, to bring you back to me. I heard a man telling you to open your eyes -- and baby, you didn't open your eyes until you were back in my arms, listening to my voice... my heart sank... you were finally here.

I never thought I could love someone more than your daddy, and then there was you. 

The ultimate gift of love. 

I still remember when we found out about you.

Hearing your little heartbeat, seeing a tiny you. 

Thank you for a month of joy.

I love every dirty diaper...it's proof that I'm keeping you healthy.

I love every little smile, giggle, yawn. 

Every little cry, I promise to continue to keep those eyes dry.

I love it when you hold my finger.

I love when you lean your little head upon my shoulder.

You may not talk yet, but I love our story time.

You are the greatest listener babe. 

I love you so much baby girl.

And I just love you more and more and more.

Happy 1 Month Baby Girl. 

Thank you for this love. 

So blessed to have you.