December 16, 2006

I just couldn't sleep without telling Hollie how much I love her. At this very minute, three years ago, I was folding your teeny newborn clothes, putting finishing touches on your new room, packing for the hospital...and waiting for my entire world to change. It's hard to remember the person I was before you came to us, because you've changed me so completely. From the minute I saw you, you completely stole my heart. You have filled the walls of our home with so much life & joy. Last night, you let me rock you to sleep. And today, I heard you mutter a sleepy, "I want my mommy" as you woke up from your nap. Thank you for the thousands of moments like these that overwhelm me with gratitude for being your mother.

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It feels like I have not blogged in ages. We're doing great, just a little busy. So, here's an update. I'm 15 weeks today, have most of my pre-preggo energy back & I haven't thrown up in almost 2 weeks. A month ago, that would have seemed miraculous. There is ONE beautiful baby incubating in my uterus (contrary to some illegitimate facebook rumors) & we can't wait for January 7th when we find out what color to paint the nursery. Boy Sam is also doing great, just trying to ride out the swell of my many mood swings. I couldn't ask for better than him. And Hollie? She's Hollie. Crazy, adventurous, passionate, energetic, loving, curious Hollie. She'll be 3 in less than a week & I just love the little person she's grown into.

On Sunday before church, I pulled out the camera to do a profile belly shot before I really start showing & snapped a few of the Hols, too. How can you not love that face? Except, of course, when she's dumping liquid dish soap on the carpet. It's a little more difficult then.