One Year Since the Greatest Gift

One year ago today, I was wondering when my baby boy was going to make his appearance into the world. Life was uneventful and even dull at times. It was a day like any other. I was uncomfortable, almost two weeks past my due date, and could not wait to get the little booger out! I had no idea what kind of life was waiting for me, and just how challenging and rewarding parenthood would be.

Tomorrow will be one year since my life has changed for the better.

It's gone by so extraordinarily fast, yet painfully slow. It's so exciting to see the months pass by and to see how much my baby has grown in just 1 year. He's now a full time walker, practically feeding himself, and even saying a few words. Every new milestone is one of the greatest feelings a person can have.

Today I will be spending time with my baby and reminiscing on how far we have come. I remember when I could hold him in my arms without him trying to run off, or when I could set him on the floor to play, knowing he wasn't going anywhere. I could shower with him in his bassinet whether he was asleep or awake, and take him practically anywhere at anytime and he'd still be fast asleep. But now my days are filled with running after him, cleaning up the same mess for the ten-thousandth time, scheduled naps, play-dates and tantrums, but I wouldn't change it for the world.

1 year ago tomorrow I was given the greatest gift I could have ever asked for- my son.
Happy Birthday, Grayson. Mommy loves you.