I watched as she was placed on my belly at birth, as she took her first breaths of life.
I watched as my family met her for the very first time.
I ached when her little belly would hurt.
I smiled at her little coos.
I laughed at her facial expressions and how silly she could be when she's so tiny.
I was proud when she rolled over for the first time.
I was amazed when she started crawling.
I was blown away when we had to move her crib mattress down at 61/2 months because she was standing.
I was excited watching her take her first steps.
I am humbled at how much she calms me and teaches me to enjoy the moment.
I am heartbroken at how big she's getting.
I am excited for what we can teach eachother next.
I am in love like I never knew I would be.
They tell you that you don't know what love is until your first child is born. I knew that it was true but just didn't understand the extent to which the human heart can love. I love my husband wholly and completely, but my child is without words. I would do anything to keep her safe and to give her the life that she deserves. I'm so thankful to have created a family with my best friend, and to have the opportunity to parent with him. Having Rebekah in our lives has given us a closeness that I never knew existed. We are constantly working in partnership, where before she came in to the picture, we were living our lives together.
I'm just amazed at how that adorable little being can change my outlook on life so drastically. Before, I constantly felt like I had to be busy. Now, I'm content just watching her play and learn. I don't want to be "out and about" on the weekends. I just want to be at home with my little family soaking up every second that I can with them.
Having Bekah has definitely changed me, but its given me a focus that I never knew I could have. Thank you, little one, for making my life amazing.
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