Wishes

Dear Claire,

You are the most precious thing in the world to me. I try to think back to the days before you were born and it's hard to remember what it was like before you. You light up my world. Of course, there are days you frustrate me to no end; but there are also days when you make me smile, laugh, giggle, and grin because of your determination to try new things and move. You keep trying to crawl... and you keep going backwards, complaining the whole way. It's like you are saying, "What in the heck? This is NOT what I'm trying to do. I want to go forwards! Why are my legs and hands taking me the other way?" It's simply hilarious to watch. Your father and I are always amused to watch these antics.

Daddy has been standing behind you, pushing against your back legs so you learn how to crawl forward; however, this still hasn't happened yet in any shape or form. We'll see if it happens any time soon. I'm not too convinced, but maybe you'll prove me wrong!

I look forward to the days when you can tell me exactly what you want; it is still sometimes difficult to decipher your needs. I think, though, overall, we've got a system down. We've definitely got a routine that you seem to enjoy. Although, you waking up this morning at 12:45, and then for good at 4:30am is not routine! Dear child, please do not continue doing this. I love you, but this is just not fair! You sleep through the night reliably. And mommy and daddy deserve their sleep after the first few months of sleeplessness because of you, sweetheart! Give us our sleep!

Daddy is working really hard during the days to take care of us. I work really hard during the day to take care of you. We both love you and look forward to every minute, hour, day, week, and year with your sweet face.