I’d meant to be back yesterday, but I’ve decided to stretch my bloggy break just a little longer. I’ve got such good momentum going with all this finishing up that I don’t want to stop it. (And I haven’t had time to edit photos yet.) But, more importantly, we are celebrating a special someone’s third birthday, and that means no time for silly things like blog posts.
Beauty Girl, you are one amazing kid—and I’m not just saying that because I’m your mama. Everyone else can see it too. I can’t believe it was three years ago already that you came along and changed me forever. Most days I still don’t have a clue what I’m doing with you, and I get it wrong more often than I’d like, but I’m terribly glad I have the task of trying. For every single challenge there have been a multitude of joys, and I wouldn’t trade a single minute of it.
“I am your calm face, you are my giggle / I am your wait, you are my wiggle … I am your carrot sticks, you are my licorice / I am your dandelion, you are my first wish … I am your favorite book, you are my new lines / I am your nightlight, you are my sunshine.”*
I will always love you, Beans.
*Taken from You Are My I Love You by Maryann Cusimano. Mamas, read the whole poem. I dare you not to cry!
What a beautiful poem! And yes, I’m a Mama and definitely teared up while reading :) Congrats on your baby’s 3rd birthday and enjoy your blog break!
written on April 27th, 2010, at 9:24 amWhat a lovely poem. I did go and read the whole version and it’s beautiful. A definite tear-jerker for mothers everywhere.
written on April 27th, 2010, at 12:18 pmhappiest of birthdays to the big 3 year old and her very special mom
written on April 27th, 2010, at 3:02 pmHave a lovely extended break Gretchen – some things are more important than blogging :) She is such a cutie-pie – enjoy the birthday celebrations, 3 is such a great age!
written on April 27th, 2010, at 5:23 pmHappy Birthday to your girl! The poem was lovely, thanks for sharing.
written on April 27th, 2010, at 9:59 pmHappy birthday to your special little miss!! Enjoy her!!
xo Steph
written on April 28th, 2010, at 3:05 amNot sure why I went ahead and read the full version whilst on a crowded train in rush hour! Am now a sniffling mess! Lovely poem,happy birthday to your little one x
written on April 28th, 2010, at 12:48 pmIsn’t being a mom the best thing EVER?!!! Happy birthday to your young lass, and happy birth day to you.
written on April 30th, 2010, at 10:38 pm