On the first few pages of Will's baby book, there are sections for a letter from mommy and a letter from daddy. Since this blog has become something of an online pregnancy and baby book for Will, I've decided to go ahead and post my letter to him here as well. Proceed at your own sappy risk. Recent bath time photo added for effect.
Dear Will,
How do I ever begin to express to you how much I love you, how precious you are to me? You are truly a gift from God - I've waited my whole life just to be your mom. It's an honor I take very seriously and a job I intend to do very well.
Here's your job: be happy, be healthy, and be kind. As you get bigger and learn about the world, you'll see that people think all sorts of things are important. What you look like, how smart you seem, or who your friends are. What I think is important, and what I hope to teach you is important, is that kindness matters more than any of those things. I can already tell through your little baby ways that your heart is good and big, and kindness is woven into your soul. Sometimes in life it's hard to feel good and be kind, and it's in those moments that I'll be here, ready with a hug and a kiss and a reassuring word.
In the few short weeks we've had you, you've brought boundless joy into the lives of those who love you. Always remember that: you are a source of great joy.
Will, you have shown me that there undoubtedly is a God, because the moment you were born I realized you could not possibly have come from me; rather, you came through me from some other place, some other heaven that we slowly forget about as we grow up. You still have a sparkle in your eye from that other heaven, and I hope you never lose it. I know I will always see it when I look at you.
As I sit here writing this, you are contentedly sleeping in your swing, snug and safe and peaceful. I pray that as you grow you can hold that peace in your heart and return to it whenever the world feels scary. You can always return to me, too.
Love,
Mom
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