Showing posts with label Letters. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Letters. Show all posts

Sunday, 27 May 2018

To Mila, on the Day Before Your First Birthday

To Mila, on the Day Before Your First Birthday

May 27, 2018

Dear Mila,

Tomorrow you will be one.

It's hard to believe that exactly one year ago, you began your journey to join us and make us a happy family of three (plus Lexi). Sure I expected that life would change, but little did I know that I would also change; that I'd learn so much from such a tiny being, and that I was about to experience the greatest, most overwhelming love there is.

The last few days have been extra slow in our house. Lots of snuggles, drawn out wake-ups in bed, and thanks to the beautiful weather - lots of backyard picnics, with you crawling all over me, or flying high on my knees. One thought keeps crossing my mind over and over again: my heart beats for you, sweet girl.

When I close my eyes and think about this past year, I can't help but smile. My fondest memories aren't the big events - not the visits, not the big outings, not even the 'firsts.' The moments that stand out the most in my heart are the simplest ones. Me and you, laying side by side with the sunlight streaming in, looking at each other, singing, giggling, tickling, reading and telling stories. This past year has been so delightfully slow and perfect. The sleepless nights, the anxieties, and the challenges of the beginning seem to be so insignificant and are already so hard to remember.

It is an absolute joy and honour being your Mama and watching you grow. And so tomorrow, there is only room for celebrating and expressing gratitude. My birthday wish for you, Baby Bird, is that you continue to be happy and healthy, and that you always know you are deeply loved. May your personality continue to flourish without reservation or fear. May you continue to be loving, affectionate and curious. We love you more than you will ever know.

Love Always,
Your Mama.


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Thursday, 28 December 2017

To Mila, at 7 Months

To Mila, at 7 Months

December 28, 2017

Today marks 7 months of being at home, raising our darling, sweet baby. It also marks my (almost) halfway point of maternity leave.

Dearest Mila,

 My days are filled with loving you. 

When you wake, I'm utterly sleepy and groggy until your beaming smile clears the fog. You squeal and stomp your feet so excitedly; your whole-hearted joy turns into my whole-hearted joy and I forget the sun hasn't even risen yet. I watch your curious eyes take everything in - new and old. They follow sounds, and search for the familiar and favourite. I see the sun cast a glow around your face. Mimicking exactly how you feel, in my heart. Sometimes I do the dishes, make a meal, or tidy up... but most of the time I tell myself it can wait - because being present with you is my most important job. I nurse you and close my eyes to lock in how it feels: your warm chest, the sound of your quick breaths, the tickle of your soft fingers and palm dancing around on my arm, and the push of your pillowy feet tucking into my belly. I breathe you in when you cuddle in close, and that's all it takes for my heart to overflow. And oh, the kisses. Not a single day passes without showering you in hundreds of kisses. Kisses for no reason, and for every reason. We dance. We sing. We giggle at the dog. We marvel at the trees, swaying in the wind. We listen to the birds chirping, then to the crunch of the leaves, then to the crackling of the snow and ice. We play and learn together. You are learning sounds and textures and tastes. I am learning unconditional love, simplicity, and the value of being present. We are together.

My days are full. Full of love, of energy, of laughter, of cuddles and kisses. These simple days are my most valuable memories. They are my most important accomplishments and my biggest source of pride. They swell my eyes with happy tears, and grow my heart. They make me better.

Love Always, 
Your Mama

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Wednesday, 11 October 2017

To Mila, on International Day of the Girl

To Mila, on International Day of the Girl

October 11, 2017

It's never too early to start this important conversation, right? Can you believe that this year women have officially had the right to vote (in Ontario) for exactly a century? What's even more astonishing, is that as late as the 1950s it was still widely considered to be completely inappropriate and shocking for a woman to have a career, or to travel the world - alone. We have certainly come a long way, but it's an important conversation to continue. My hope is that Mila never feels like she's at a disadvantage because she is female, and that instead, it makes her feel empowered.

 My darling Mila,

 I hope you always remember you are deeply loved, that you are valued, and that you are capable. I hope you always stand up for yourself and what you believe in, even when it's not cool. I hope you speak up when something's not right and listen when someone needs your help. 

I hope you grow up being mindful, grateful, and brave; that you be the girl who just goes for it because girl, you know you can! I hope you go through life with a happy spirit and a positive, open mind + heart. I hope you are always good to yourself, others, and the earth. 

I hope you always remember that when girls work together + are kind to each other, they are that much more powerful. 

Happy International Day of the Girl.

Love Always,
Your Mama
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