Friday, April 16, 2010

Happy Birthday, Baby...


My Precious Noah,

I have spent so much of today thinking about what I was doing exactly one year ago today and I have spent so much time smiling. I remember so many things about the day you were born (I would like to be able to say I remember "everything" but I know I don't!) and it was such a happy day! You came into this world such a beautiful baby boy and while the first few months of your life were a bit, um, challenging, you have become the most joyful little boy. I am sure most mothers are concerned when their second child is born that they will not be able to love that baby as much as their first, but I can assure you, angel boy, that you are loved just as equally as your big brother. I don't ever remember a time when it was a struggle to love you.

I love how you love to stand up on your own and you just giggle and laugh! I love how you scrunch up your nose when you are really tickled about something. I love how you come to "attack" me when I sit down on the floor to play with you. I love when the words, "momma" roll off of you tongue. I love the way you snuggle into my chest and giggle when I sing to you. I love the way you get so excited about food :) I love the way you adore your big brother. I love the way you have completed our family so perfectly.

The Bible tells us that children are a reward from God and Noah, you are such a reward. You have brought more joy and laughter and happiness to our family than you will ever know! We thank God for you everyday and if He had given us a chance to choose our second child, there is no one else we would've chosen! You are a treasure, Noah Jackson!


Happy 1st Birthday, precious boy!
We love you more than you will ever know
xoxo
Mommy and Daddy

2 comments:

Sarah and Adam Hubert said...

I can't believe he is a year old already! Wow! What a handsome boy he is becoming. Children truly are a blessing and I'm so glad God has blessed you with your sweet sons!!! Happy Birthday Noah!

Team Tonagel said...

That made me cry. You are such a sweet mommy. I know you love them so much but I am sure they just adore their mother as well. Having two is quite a challenge so reading this is very encouraging! I may need a few pointers from you. You seem like you always have it so together! Hope to meet Noah someday:)