Dear son,
You will forever be my baby. I’ll never forget the feel of your little body as they placed you in my arms after your birth. A single happy tear rolled down my face as I felt the weight of the world sleeping on my chest. You’ll always be my sweet baby, but lately I’ve noticed that your body isn’t so little any more. In fact, you’re growing faster than I could ever have imagined and it’s created this strange feeling in my heart.
You’re getting taller and stronger now. You can climb the tree all by yourself and you don’t need my help any more.
You’re so smart and you love learning and going to school. You don’t need me to hold your hand anymore as you walk into the school building.
You’re using big words and complete sentences now. You ask me how my day has been and if I slept well last night. You introduce yourself to new friends and read books to your sister. Have I mentioned how proud I am of you?
You’re growing so fast and I love seeing it. Every day you show me something new. Every day you surprise me with your cleverness. And every day I grieve a little bit that the big boy of today is less and less of the baby from before.
I miss my sweet baby boy, but I’m so in love with this new version of you.
I know so many moments are fleeting, and I’m trying so hard to take it in and not miss anything. I don’t want to miss anything concerning you, and yet I feel as if I’ve missed so much already. Where has the time gone?
I cherish our morning snuggles, when you’re still sleepy and nestle into my neck.
I love kissing your cheeks that are still holding on to that baby plumpness.
I enjoy playing with you and watching your imagination run wild.
I’m so proud of the young man that you’re growing into and so thankful for the opportunity to be your mommy. Keep growing sweet boy. Keep learning and playing. Keep impressing me with you cleverness and strength. It does my heart good to see you happy and flourishing. I want all the best things for you now and in the future.
But just know, you’ll always be my baby.
Love always,
Your Mommy
