We did have a joint celebration for both the boys before we left--but again with the no pic thing. You'll just have to believe me on that one.
But let me tell you, in spite of the lack of hooplah, we really love this kid.
Here's one cute pic I was able to track down!I think most Moms understand that fear that you won't be able to love a second child as much as the first. I struggled with that feeling right before Lincoln was born. But, I quickly discovered that there is a whole new space in my heart to love a second child. It's funny how that works. It's the same love but completely different. Does that make any sense?
I love how Lincoln:
- says hi to us every time we come into the room.
- works so hard to copy what we do and say. He makes the best silly face ever.
- already says ball, uh oh, night night, daddy, book, and no (all in his own little way!)
- snuggles with his bunny at night--thankfully it wasn't long after this post that he learned that sleeping is fun. I am one grateful Mama!
- giggles with his brother--Griffin makes him laugh like no one else!
- wants us to hold him. I know this won't last long, so I'm trying to soak it up now.
- loves to be outside. It's a great cure on his grumpy days...which do happen on occasion!
Lincoln Parker, we are amazed that it was a whole year ago that you waltzed into our lives. We are excited to watch you grow and learn and become who God created you to be. How we got so lucky to be your Mommy and Daddy is a mystery to us--but we are so grateful that God placed you in our lives.
We love you. Thank you for taking this whole crazy phase of life all in stride.
We'll make it up to you next year, ok?
