I’ve never been a patient person, but you’ve taught me about it. The importance of it. It’s the little things in life that matter- remember that.
While I was pregnant, sometimes I’d find myself complaining about painful kicks or running on no sleep, but when I’d stop to think about why, and how excited I was to be able to give you a home to grow – it made me smile. All those times I complained, you were worth it.
Having you in my life has changed me to be better, to love more and enjoy even the hard times.
It seems like yesterday you were just a brand new little baby and I swear looking back I’m not sure how I did it. It was a whole new world for me and no matter what advice anyone had given me, I could’ve never been prepared. It’s hard, being a new mom. Babies don’t come with instructions and while you have always been a perfect angel (all seriousness you really were the easiest going laid back baby) I still had my moments of struggle. Finding balance was key for me. Through it all though, I’ve never been more grateful.
Every day that you grow older, it’s bitter sweet. People always say “time flies” and they weren’t kidding, one day you’ll know what I mean. Sometimes I can’t understand where the year went. I feel like I just found out I was pregnant, yet here we are and you are an entire year old. Your dad and I joke all the time “well we did it, we kept her alive for an entire year!” In a sense I miss the baby days, but at the exact same time, I find so much joy and happiness watching you grow. Watching you play, laugh, and explore makes my heart so full.
Everywhere we go, you put smiles on peoples faces and I’m not just saying that. We have tons of videos and pictures just to show you how incredibly happy you always are. You are so vibrant, and literally bring the sun with you everywhere you go radiating so much joy and happiness.
I can only hope that no matter what, you’ll always keep your humble, joyous personality. I hope that when you get older you smile at people you pass, help people you don’t know, and stay true to yourself.
You are the most beautiful little girl in the world and I can honestly, honestly say; that even with time slipping through my fingers, I’ve soaked up every moment. Enjoyed it all because I know that that nothing lasts forever, good and bad times.
I love you Addison Avery, happy first birthday.
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Shana Walker says
Okay, this made me cry just a little bit. What a sweet thing your girl will have to read when she’s older! ❤️