We blinked and our little Moses turned one. You add so much happiness to our days and make our family so full.
Honesty moment - I definitely cried in the ultrasound room when they told us we were having a boy. Aaron literally jumped so high out of his seat with joy. I was so excited and also paralyzed with fear because I had no idea what I was going to do with all the boy things in my life. I just always imagined us having two girls. I know I know. Super crazy and selfish sounding. But God is good and the moment I heard his cries in the hospital delivery room, I wept and clung to him and I’m never turning back.
God knew exactly what he was doing when he knit you together in my womb. He was piecing together your amazing red hair, sweet personality, and trouble making ways.
You taught me so much about being a mom this year. I learned that no two babies are the same. You have a very quiet and calm personality. You are cautious and daring at the same time. This winter I learned to fight for your health in ways I wish I didn’t have to. Sleeping for three nights in the hospital pediatrics while you were only 7 months old was so surreal. I’ve never felt more protective and helpless at the same time.
You give the best kisses, and sister is your best friend. You sing “Go Go Go” anytime a song comes on. The result of having an older sister obsessed with the movie Frozen. You go by lots of names “mo” “momo” “‘mr. momo”. You’re a true introvert and prefer home and quiet time. I’m in denial you’re already one. Happy birthday baby boy.
All photos by Erik Johansson