Dearest Gabby,

June 26, 2012

You have been Mama’s little girl from the get go. Maybe it was because Drew was such a Daddy’s boy. But whatever the reason, we clicked from the very beginning. In some ways I think you have gotten the best of me. With Drew, switching modes and becoming a mom was challenging at times and it took some getting used to. By the time you came, I got the whole motherhood thing (not that I’ve mastered it by any means or know what I’m doing moving forward). I understood how precious and fleeting those first few months were, so we cuddled more. I understood what nursing really was, so I fumbled less. I understood you would be running and moving before I knew it, so I happily held you more.

And as time went on, you are pretty much to blame (really accredit) for me quitting my job and taking on the most challenging, fun position I ever could have dreamed of. You gave me so much to worry about. Fortunately to find out that you just needed special love and care…something I could totally handle. Our days together, Mommy/Gabby time, have been the most fun.

You are my little partner, who doesn’t enjoy shopping nearly as much as I wished you would. You are your brother’s biggest fan, even if means you have to stand with your legs out and be the goal more than you probably like. You are your father’s princess, even if it means that you aren’t going to be allowed to date until your thirty-five. You have changed the dynamic of this family in a way I could have never dreamed.

And although you have mastered being Drew’s punching bag, you must learn in the upcoming year to hold your ground with him and not take that aggression with you to other social settings. Drew will always be a boy that wants to rule this house. But you must learn like every good woman, there is always a smart woman behind the bold man. Learn to work it to your advantage.

As you take on more independence and master more skills, I know the world will become your oyster. You have a tenderness, despite you kicking butt with the kids in the health club daycare center WAY too much, that is so feminine and so sweet. Your affection for your family members is nothing I have ever seen before. And I hope all your problems are always solved by snuggling and singing songs.

I had such concerns before your arrival about how another child would effect our family. All my concerns, per usual, were so ridiculous because I didn’t realize that our family was incomplete before you joined. Your smile has brightened up our house in a way light bulbs never would. Drew is a better person because he has a forever friend in you. Your dad is a better man because he has a little lady warming his heart. And me, everything about me is better because of you.

Thank you, Gabby, for joining our family. You have given us more than words can ever properly explain.

Love,
Mommy

One thought on “Dearest Gabby,

  1. This is the most touching, emotional and beautiful blog you have written. Maybe it is because I completely feel what you are feeling.

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