Life's a dance~

Today is Harrison's first birthday--what?! How can that be??

I cannot believe he has been earthside for a whole year now!

 

This has certainly be a wild year, but I wouldn't trade a single day.

Having a 1 year old may not seem like a big deal to some, but it's a huge deal to me. This is the longest I've had the privilege of being a mom and watching my little baby grow into a person.
 

Harry has taught me so much about life, but he's also taught me a lot about myself.

When I first had him, I doubted myself a lot. I thought that there was no way I was cut out to be a mom, and maybe there's a reason my first two babies were taken from me. As cynical as that sounds, it's how I thought. But after awhile, I realized that wasn't true. Being a mom is most certainly a job I'm qualified for. I may not always know what I'm doing, but I love my little boy with my whole heart and I would do anything for him.
 

Having him has also taught me that I can't do everything on my own; I've learned to ask for help. We have had a tough year, and I am so very thankful for all of our family and friends that have helped support us. Being home with Harry was totally worth it all!
 

I have become far more sensitive and empathetic since having him and I love that! I didn't know my heart could hold so much love, but it constantly feels like it might explode. 

I am so in love with my little man and I feel like he was always meant to be mine and me his. I love everything about him. How he smiles when he sees me, how he fits perfectly in my arms. How sometimes all he wants is a snuggle.

He's starting to talk and copy everything we do, which is absolutely adorable! I know this might sound like a giant run-on sentence, so I apologize. 

I am so proud to be his mommy, and I just wanted to say happy birthday to my sweet sweet baby!!