First of all, babies are a BIG deal. And this kiddo was no exception. His daddy and I waited for what seemed like forever for him to decide on coming. From the first surreal moments of seeing those two pink lines on a test and the nine months that follow, down to those last few days of walking and waiting and wanting to be done... and yet, knowing that THAT is only just the beginning.
It's a cliche that never gets old - "they grow up so fast". It rings true in the hearts of all mothers. Wanting to keep them small forever, and yet marveling at every first accomplishment that graduates them forward into toddler-hood. Little milestones that might pass in a fleeting second. I have been careful to not miss much.
I have decided that first birthdays are for mamas. A crowning moment of the past year that has changed your life for the better. A day to recall all the little treasured moments that brought you and this little one to this particular day. A bittersweet reminder that all of those times are now in the past and can only live in pictures and memories. A celebration of all the tears, pains, triumphs, smiles and sleepless nights that have ensured your baby's survival of infancy. This is what a first birthday is.
That ... and photo ops. Here are some of the best from my Celebration of Wyatt Day.
We so love you, our bubba. Happy Birthday (July 29).
2 comments:
He's so cute! And so big! We miss you guys. Glad you're blogging again...I'm finally back with it too.
Hope to see you soon!
I cannot believe he's already a year old!! So sad, we miss seeing him at church!
And yes.... the first year is the Mother's year!
Happy Birthday, little man!
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