Thursday, September 30, 2010

September 30, 2010

Dear Baby, At times I feel overwhelmed with all that lay ahead, then you move, and it reminds me of what really matters, you. #dearbaby.

September 28, 2010

Dear Baby, I may communicate my heart differently to you than your brothers, because you are unique, but its love for you is the same #dearbaby

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

September 28, 2010

Dear Baby, Sorry about that surge of pressure, I thought I could successfully complete a push-up. Nope. I cannot. #dearbaby.

September 28, 2010

Dear Baby, Quietly you'll sleep, my hand laid upon your chest, focused on your breath, all reminding me to value your individuality. #dearbaby.

September 26, 2010

Dear Baby, I'm excited to enter into your imagination with you, being in your brothers' is one of my favorite places to be. #dearbaby.

September 25, 2010

Dear Baby, Before I know it we'll be embracing one another in a mother-son dance at your wedding. I don't want to miss a thing. #dearbaby.

September 24, 2010

Dear Baby, Less than 100 days, 98 to be exact, till we meet face to face. I've been preparing a place for you. #dearbaby.

September 23, 2010

Dear Baby, There is never anything so important, that I cannot find time for you. Feel free to hold me accountable to this, all my days. #dearbaby.

September 22, 2010

Dear Baby, If you don't mind, I think I'll just sit here and enjoy the sound of the rain falling with you...#dearbaby.

September 20, 2010

Dear Baby, I am anticipating the moment when I look into your eyes to tell you I love you and your eyes show me you know it's true. #dearbaby.

September 19, 2010

Dear Baby, For nine months our hearts are beating inside the same body. That is beauty. #dearbaby.

September 18, 2010

Dear Baby, Deciding on your name is exciting. We are telling the world who you are. #dearbaby.

September 17, 2010

Dear Baby, Makes me happy that even when I see my shadow, I see you. #dearbaby.

September 16, 2010

Dear Baby, I hope you will have a friend who you can share your heart with freely and who shares theirs with you in the same way. #dearbaby.

September 16, 2010

Dear Baby, More than your actions or your speech, more than who you desire to be, be conscious of your motives. He is. #dearbaby.

September 15, 2010

Dear Baby, Sometimes saying nothing, says it all *places hand on belly*. #dearbaby.

September 14, 2010

Dear Baby, I pray you meet Jesus, not to change you, He already loves you as is, but because life is short and I want to see your face for eternity. #dearbaby.

September 14, 2010

Dear Baby, With each new challenge, I.ll take you as far as I can, then wait with open arms on the other side. #dearbaby.

September 11, 2010

Dear Baby, I'm not the best mama by any means, but I'm trusting I'm the best one for you. #dearbaby.

September 10, 2010

Dear Baby, Tonight during our walk, I looked up to the evening sky and thanked God specifically for you. Just wanted you to know. #dearbaby.

September 10, 2010

Dear Baby, Happy six months, only three more to go. #dearbaby.

September 9, 2010

Dear Baby, Nine years ago I chose a man to be my husband and your father. Given the chance, I'd chose him again. #dearbaby.

September 8, 2010

Dear Baby, Tonight while your brothers were dancing on the bed, I felt you dancing in my belly. Can't wait to see your sweet moves. #dearbaby.

Monday, September 27, 2010

September 7, 2010

Dear Baby, In case I'm too wrapped up in me to say it, I couldn't be more grateful I get to spend each of my days with you. #dearbaby.

September 5, 2010

Dear Baby, Sometimes you'll feel down, for no reason, for every reason. I'll be here to hold you quietly as a reminder you're not alone. #dearbaby.

September 5, 2010

Dear Baby, Did I tell you today that I love you? Cause I do! #dearbaby.

September 4, 2010

Dear Baby, I tried to hold my breath around all the smoke, but found lack of oxygen to be more harmful. "A" for effort? #dearbaby.

September 3, 2010

Dear Baby, You've been listening to the rhythm of my heart for 23 weeks, so you already know more about me than I know about you. #dearbaby.

September 3, 2010

Dear Baby,  Raising you will be one of my most important accomplishments, and more importantly, one I can take to heaven with me. #dearbaby.

September 1, 2010

Dear Baby, Can you feel those sun kisses? Can you smell that salty breeze? Can you hear the water roar? Welcome to the beach. #dearbaby.

August 31, 2010

Dear Baby, I will faithfully study your strengths and weaknesses, it's my contribution to helping you live a purpose driven life. #dearbaby.

August 31, 2010

Dear Baby, "You are an apple between us. You are the fruit we both share...because you breathe, I know you need, I'll take the lead. " #dearbaby.

August 31, 2010

Dear Baby, Tonight your dad will put a piece of his heart on display, makes me grateful he is the man you will long to emulate. #dearbaby.

August 30, 2010

Dear Baby, This may be more of a female concept than male, but I could really use your help to suck it in, so I can fit into my bathing suit. #dearbaby.

August 29, 2010

Dear Baby, This morning I was led to His heart. I brought you along by your attachment to mine.#dearbaby.

August 28, 2010

Dear Baby, Nobody can make you feel a certain way, unless you allow it. This applies to both loves and hurts. #dearbaby.

August 28, 2010

Dear Baby, Your nerve endings are developed and you can feel touch, makes me excited for the first time I will cuddle you, for now a belly squeeze must do. #dearbaby.

August 27, 2010

Dear Baby, I hope you will feel free to share your heart without confinement, knowing that we will accept all it has to say. #dearbaby.

August 26, 2010

Dear Baby, Sitting in the car staring up at the moon with you was, oh so sweet. Just remember, technically, I was your first date. #dearbaby.

August 24, 2010

Dear Baby, Sitting in the car staring up at the moon with you was, oh so sweet. Just remember, technically, I was your first date. #dearbaby.

August 24, 2010

Dear Baby, Your heart is formed with an intentional void. It's not a mistake, it's a promise. #dearbaby.

August 23, 2010

Dear Baby, I am the first woman you will entrust your heart to. It's an honor and responsibility to establish the standard of love to come. #dearbaby.

August 21, 2010

Dear Baby, Looking back my brother was one of my truest friends growing up. I hope the same is true for you and your brothers. #dearbaby.

August 20, 2010

Dear Baby, I have had my heart stolen by three amazing males and you're next. Go ahead, take another little piece of my heart. #dearbaby.

August 20, 2010

Dear Baby Boy, I wouldn't trade you for anyone in the world.
Dear Mama, Not even a girl?
Dear Baby, Not even a girl. #dearbaby.

August 20, 2010

Dear Baby, It's picture day. Say "cheeeese". #dearbaby.

August 19, 2010

Dear Baby, You are coming to me as a blank slate and I fully intend on writing love letters all over you. #dearbaby.

August 19, 2010

Dear Baby, Tomorrow we find out if you are a mini me or a mini he. #dearbaby.

August 19, 2010

Dear Baby, Don't waste your time caring about what others think of you, rather use your time thinking about how you can care for others. #dearbaby.

August 18, 2010

Dear Baby, The love in my heart combined with the love in your dad' heart burst, and now there's you. #dearbaby.

August 17, 2010

Dear Baby, Part of finding my own life's purpose, is found in helping you find yours. #dearbaby.

August 17, 2010

Dear Baby, As your brothers fell asleep on me, I felt your movements. I'm curious what your hearts were saying to each other. #dearbaby.

August 16, 2010

Dear Baby, Please don't be afraid to cry. It is not a sign of weakness. It is simply the washing of your heart. #dearbaby.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

August 16, 2010

Dear Baby, I watch your brothers with adoration. I will watch you in the same way. #dearbaby.

August 16, 2010

Dear Baby, You will make mistakes, you will mess up, yet without these times a forgiving heart couldn't introduce you to grace. #dearbaby.

August 16, 2010

Dear Baby, If your developing sleep pattern is any indication of the future, I'm in trouble. Goodnight baby-up-all-night. #dearbaby.

August 14, 2010

Dear Baby, Your existence alone completes a part of me in a way no one else could. #dearbaby.

August 12, 2010

Dear Baby, Shake what your mama gave ya. #dearbaby.

August 12, 2010

Dear Baby, There is nothing you can do to ever lose my love, because it wasn't ever gained, it was given. #dearbaby.

August 11, 2010

Dear Baby, As you grow larger you resemble a penguin more and more. Likewise, as you grow larger, I resemble a penguin more and more. #dearbaby.

August 10, 2010

Dear Baby, A wound to your heart is inevitable, so I encourage you to give a voice to each hurt so it can ask for healing. #dearbaby.

August 9, 2010

Dear Baby, Sleep tight tiny dancer. #dearbaby.

August 9, 2010

Dear Baby, You are coming to me with a young and tender heart. I will do my best to tread lightly. #dearbaby.

August 8, 2010

Dear Baby, For a time, I will carry you in my womb. For a time, I will carry you in my arms. For eternity, I will carry you in my heart. #dearbaby.

August 6, 2010

Dear Baby, Today while hugging your daddy, I got lost in the comfort of his heartbeat. Feel free to get lost in the comfort of mine. #dearbaby.

August 5, 2010

Dear Baby, According to whattoexpect.com I am to avoid "herky-jerky dancing". Not quite sure, but I'll do my best to avoid it. #dearbaby.

August 5, 2010

Dear Baby, We are off to our first concert (Kings of Leon) together. Feel free to dance, I think I just might. #dearbaby.

August 4, 2010

Dear Baby, There will be times when you feel as though you just don't measure up. The problem is with the expectation, not you. #dearbaby.

August 3, 2010

Dear Baby, There was a daddy. There was a mommy. There were two amazing boys. But they were not complete, until there was one more. #dearbaby.

August 3, 2010

Dear Baby, I cannot wait to cuddle your face off. Not literally of course. #dearbaby.

August 1, 2010

Dear Baby, I will teach you about Jesus, but the relationship I will leave between the two of you. #dearbaby.

July 31, 2010

Dear Baby, Don't be afraid to dream. It's easier to comfort a disappointed heart than it is to inspire a hopeless heart. #dearbaby. 

July 30, 2010

Dear Baby, Every chance you get, offer forgiveness. I will aim to do the same. #dearbaby.

July 29, 2010

Dear Baby, It is my responsibility as your mama to understand the condition of your heart and to do my best to nurture and care for it. #dearbaby.

July 28, 2010

Dear Baby, My apologies for cramming your space, I just love mashed potatoes. You can repay me by not sleeping through the night. #dearbaby.

July 27, 2010

Dear Baby, It only takes a second to show you where you are in the scheme of my priorities. I hope more often than not, I choose you first. #dearbaby.

July 26, 2010

Dear Baby, Apparently this week you are the size of a sweet potato. You're my little sweet potato pie. #dearbaby.

July 26, 2010

Dear Baby, You were not planned, nor were you an accident, you are a gift. #dearbaby.

July 25, 2010

Dear Baby, There is already a spot formed for you in my heart. As time goes on, I look forward to how you will more accurately refine it. #dearbaby.

July 24, 2010

Dear Baby, You just gave me butterflies. I will imagine it's your version of a butterfly kiss. #dearbaby.

July 24, 2010

Dear Baby, I've been preoccupied. I'm sorry. #dearbaby.

July 22, 2010

Dear Baby, OH NO! I forgot snacks. Please go easy on me. #dearbaby.

July 22, 2010

Dear Baby, Currently our primary means of communication is one anothers' heartbeat. I wonder what your will tell me today. #dearbaby.

July 18, 2010

Dear Baby, Hearing the baptism stories of others makes me wonder what journey awaits you. #dearbaby.

July 17, 2010

Dear Baby, All that is mine, is yours. #dearbaby.

July 17, 2010

Dear Baby, Wanna take turns eating some chocolate? I'll take half if you'll take the other half. #dearbaby.

July 14, 2010

Dear Baby, Vulnerability is beautiful, by it you will find true strength. #dearbaby.

July 13, 2010

"He made their hearts, so He understands everything they do." -Psalm 33:15.

Dear Baby, Your heart is being formed with the intent that you will find freedom in being you. #dearbaby.

July 12, 2010

Dear Baby, My heart quickened as I thought about the first time I will look into your eyes and tell you "I love you". #dearbaby.

July 10, 2010

Dear Baby, When I place my hand upon my belly, I hope you sense it. It's my way of giving you a hug. #dearbaby.

July 8, 2010

Dear Baby, Though this is not my first time becoming a mother, it is my first time becoming yous, and therefore just as significant. #dearbaby.

July 5, 2010

Dear Baby, I hope you will know Jesus, not because it makes you better, but because when you realize it doesn't, there you will learn love. #dearbaby.

July 3, 2010

Dear Baby, Week 14 and your hair is beginning to grow. Hair. You have hair! #dearbaby.

Thursday, September 16, 2010

July 3, 2010

Dear Baby, I am excited to learn your interests and to find things you and I will do together. #dearbaby.

July 1, 2010

Dear Baby, I find myself talking and or reading out loud, just because I know you are there and can hear me. #dearbaby.

June 29, 2010

Dear Baby, No other heart will ever fully share in your heart's joy or pain, but as your mama mine will always be close. #dearbaby.

June 27, 2010

Dear Baby, There never has been, and there never will be, anyone who is just like you. You become more uniquely you each moment. #dearbaby.

June 26, 2100

Dear Baby, It's just you and me today. What would you like to talk about? #dearbaby.

June 25, 2010

Dear Baby, Your hands are beginning to function together with other reflexes...are you fist pumping in there? #dearbaby.

June 24, 2010

Dear Baby, Good night. Sweet dreams. I love you. #dearbaby.

June 24, 2010

Dear Baby, According to whattoexpect.com you are currently the size of a peach. So why must I already pee every fifteen minutes? #dearbaby.

June 21, 2010

Dear Baby, I find it comforting that when I put my hand on my belly, you're there. #dearbaby.

June 19, 2010

Dear Baby, I know I've said I would like to have a girl, but please know what I want the most is for you to just be you. #dearbaby.

June 18. 2010

Dear Baby, Your vocal chords are developing this week.  Here's hoping you get a singing voice like daddy and not mommy. #dearbaby.

June 16, 2010

Dear Baby, I like having a reason to eat Flintstones vitamins again. #dearbaby.

Wednesday, September 15, 2010

the beginning

Dear Baby,

This is a compilation of brief love notes written to you, expressing the journey my heart went on for the nine months leading up to your birth. Knowing this would be my last experience with pregnancy, I wanted to be especially sensitive to my emotional, spiritual, and physical state in an attempt to someday reminisce back over all of it with you.

I love you #dearbaby.

Love,
Mommy.