Today at 6:52 pm, Tyler will be one year old. As this date got closer and closer, I found myself looking back over the past year. And I’ve been absolutely amazed at how much he has changed, and how much he has changed us – for the better. He started out so small and so helpless. Little things like him being able to hold his own head up, or watching his first smile, were monumental events in our house.
Now we’re watching him learn new words, take his first steps, and learn how the world works around him. These are the new monumental events, and are no less (or more) significant. In those first few months, everything was so crazy and hectic. We felt like we didn’t know what we were doing (hey, we STILL feel that way sometimes!). I felt like all I did was nurse him. I thought he only saw me as a food source. Now that I’ve hung the pump up for good (yay!), and he’s transitioning to whole milk, I find myself treasuring those rare nursing sessions now, and know that he sees me as a source of comfort. And it comforts me as well, as I know that no one else can give him what I have in his first year. And I have had some amazing, quality bonding time with my son.
Tyler has really changed us too. For me, I know that I no longer think of myself first, but of him. I want to make sure that the decisions that I make in everyday life will be to his benefit, whether it be short-term or long-term. Tyler has brought Travis & I closer together as well. Though we’ve definitely had some trying times in this first year, and many adjustments have been made to our daily life, I love Travis more than ever before, because he helped bring this little man into my life. And I know that he feels the same way about me.
I am amazed at everything that Tyler learns and does. He so easily brings a smile to my face everyday. And we can’t wait to watch him continue to grow and learn. So, Happy Birthday, my little man. Mommy and Daddy love you so very much.
We’ll be heading to Lynchburg tomorrow for Tyler’s big party at Grandpa’s house on Saturday. We’re really looking forward to seeing everyone and celebrating! The woman that made our wedding cake is making the birthday cake, and we can’t wait to see it. It’s going to be a big and hectic weekend, but it should be a lot of fun! Tyler will have lots of opportunities to show off his new tricks – walking, stacking blocks, throwing balls, saying “bye” and waving, and so much more. Let the festivities begin!!!!
Now we’re watching him learn new words, take his first steps, and learn how the world works around him. These are the new monumental events, and are no less (or more) significant. In those first few months, everything was so crazy and hectic. We felt like we didn’t know what we were doing (hey, we STILL feel that way sometimes!). I felt like all I did was nurse him. I thought he only saw me as a food source. Now that I’ve hung the pump up for good (yay!), and he’s transitioning to whole milk, I find myself treasuring those rare nursing sessions now, and know that he sees me as a source of comfort. And it comforts me as well, as I know that no one else can give him what I have in his first year. And I have had some amazing, quality bonding time with my son.
Tyler has really changed us too. For me, I know that I no longer think of myself first, but of him. I want to make sure that the decisions that I make in everyday life will be to his benefit, whether it be short-term or long-term. Tyler has brought Travis & I closer together as well. Though we’ve definitely had some trying times in this first year, and many adjustments have been made to our daily life, I love Travis more than ever before, because he helped bring this little man into my life. And I know that he feels the same way about me.
I am amazed at everything that Tyler learns and does. He so easily brings a smile to my face everyday. And we can’t wait to watch him continue to grow and learn. So, Happy Birthday, my little man. Mommy and Daddy love you so very much.We’ll be heading to Lynchburg tomorrow for Tyler’s big party at Grandpa’s house on Saturday. We’re really looking forward to seeing everyone and celebrating! The woman that made our wedding cake is making the birthday cake, and we can’t wait to see it. It’s going to be a big and hectic weekend, but it should be a lot of fun! Tyler will have lots of opportunities to show off his new tricks – walking, stacking blocks, throwing balls, saying “bye” and waving, and so much more. Let the festivities begin!!!!
4 comments:
Today is one of many, many milestones along both your lives. Enjoy your day and your beautiful baby boy. Congratulations to Tyler for growing up so big and handsome.
Wow! I can't believe it's been a year already. Your little guy looks so grown up! Happy Birthday Tyler!
Happy Birthday, Tyler!
Aack - I'm in tears! How am I still having postpardum hormones almost a year later? I guess because our little ones were born so close together, it's just a reminder of how fast the year has passed for us, too!
Congrats on a wonderful first year, and on your amazing little guy...it's hard to believe, but it only gets better! (Until they reach puberty, I hear)
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