We’ve been doing our best to keep up with this blog, partly because we love that it makes it easy for our family and friends to follow Charlie’s progress and watch him grow, and partly because I think it will be a neat record for him to have when he is old enough to appreciate it. I hope he’ll read about what he went through as a baby and marvel at how he persevered. Anyway, this entry is specifically for him.
Dear Charlie,
Happy Birthday! You arrived one year ago today, more than three months ahead of schedule and so tiny. At the moment you joined us, you gave a little cry, amazing us and even the doctors and nurses, who didn’t expect a sound to come out of such a little baby. Not even two pounds, and already you were expressing yourself. You gave us a sign, right away, of how strong you were – and you continue to show your strength every day!
We knew even before you were born how much we’d love you - but we didn't realize just how charmed we would be by the wonderful little person you are. You are so funny (just like your daddy); you make me laugh all the time with your faces and antics. You love attention (maybe a little like your mommy) - every time you hear the whir of the camera powering up, you stop whatever you're doing and grin. Your penchant for drama is impressive. You are full of joy most of the time – but when you’re mad, you make sure we know it!
You are a busy boy. There is no keeping you still – you are constant motion, a force to be reckoned with. While we can’t wait for you to crawl so that you can start exploring, a little part of me thinks that we don’t know what we’re in for once you start covering territory on your own!
I love greeting you in the mornings. Unfortunately, since you keep your daddy’s schedule (night owl!), I don’t get to do during the week - I have to leave before you are awake. But on the weekends, I wake to the sounds of you rustling around in your crib, and come in to scoop you up. You are so happy in the morning – you give me your big toothless grin that lights up your whole face, and snuggle into me for just a second before you start wiggling and want to get changed and get going. Seeing your sweet happy face is my favorite way to start the day.
What a year we’ve had together! You had a bumpy start - but look at you now! If we’d known back then where you’d be today, we wouldn’t have worried so much. But you’re worth every minute of worry that came our way, and more. I love you little monkey!
Love, Mommy
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