8 Weeks 3 Days

I have a little boy that is 8 weeks and 3 days old...that is amazing to me. There are days it seems like he has been around a year, and other days I pick him up and can't believe that he barley fits in my arms. Or when I strap him in the baby carrier he is a little bit heavier than the last time. I'm becoming increasingly thankful for the hard days, becuase those have brought an appreciation for parenting and my little boy that I can't even express in words. Thanks Fletcher James for the things you are teaching your mom and dad. God knew what he was doing when he sent you to us. There are so many words that use to define me and even my relationship with David, but those do not seem as important now. What is important is this heart aching unconditional love I feel for you. What is important is how you have brought your dad and I closer and more appreciative of each other. What is important is how I relay the love of Christ to you. It is a big and scary job...but I am so blessed that God has allowed me to be your mom.

The last eight weeks have seemed like a whirlwind and have not been like anything I expected them to be. I expected a baby that fit all the books I read; I was blessed with a baby that has such a strong (it seems independent personality...yes I think this at 8 weeks old) that loves to be entertained non-stop and might sleep a little here and there. :) I have been blessed by a baby that is ok with pretty much anyone who holds him, which is good as he will grow up being passed around in loud gyms. :) Without my family and friends at work, the transition back to work would not have been as smooth. I'm so thankful that so many people are willing to support David and I as we learn how to raise our little boy.

We have had several good friends that have all had babies within the last two months, and I'm so excited for the day we can get all the sweet babies together. (Yes...Carter, Jude, and Sunny...I believe you three may rule the world along with Fletcher one day!) It has been a great first mother's day, and I'm so thankful that I got to spend it with my family and the most precious little boy.