Sweet Buba,
One year ago today you were born at 12:45 PM. I adored all 8 pounds 6 ounces the moment I laid eyes on you. You were absolute perfection.
*My thoughts at the time were (from my journal)......You were it for me. This was my last baby. The last time I would experience this . It was overwhelming.
When the doctor first saw you she said wow look at that head. The song playing on the radio when you were born was "Arms Wide Open" by Creed. Such a perfect song for what was actually happening at the moment. Of course I cried when I listened to the words.
You were a big boy. You cried non stop, even when I was trying to feed you for the first time in recovery. One of the nurses was able to calm you by rocking and thats when I knew you would be Grandma's boy.
Everyone came to see you later that evening. Your sister adored you! Grandma was head over heels. Popo was proud and Papa too. Uncle Gary brought you a Tshirt that said "I'm the little brother." Uncle Sam brought flowers for me. Grace brought you a cute little piggy bank. Uncle Steve and Aunt Sara brought you a cute balloon. You met your cousin Macy for the first time. You guys were about the same size. Your cousin Jaiden adored you too. Aunt Rose and Grandma came later when the nurse was giving you your first bath and they couldn't believe how big you seemed.*
This past year has been amazing.You make me so happy and you have the most infectious smile. I love watching you grow and do new things. You have been walking since you were about 10.5 months old. You say Mama & Dada, and just yesterday you started saying Char Char and Coco. You are now RUNNING around everywhere. You don't care to take pictures so much like sister does. You love bananas, baths and babas. You adore Grandma and I and just two days ago you blew your first kiss to Daddy. I was sad it wasn't me :( I guess I will let you love him too. I must say, everyone seems to adore you and you are the biggest flirt. Especially with the ladies.
I look forward to the next year and all the mile stones you have ahead. I love you Buba Bear! Happy 1st birthday.
Love,
Mama XOXO