Another Letter

My dear, sweet Leah,

I am amazed by you every day. As I watch you growing, changing, and ever learning, I am in awe of the natural progression of your life and wonder where that progression will take you.

You bring such joy to my life. I love the little noises you make. The squeals that cry for your daddy's or my attention. The little grunts of frustration when your toys don't play fairly. The ecstatic screams when Kitter walks by. The soft coos and giggles when something catches you by surprise. The deep belly laughs - and subsequent screams - when something really cracks you up. The wet trills of your little lips as you entertain yourself.

I love the plethora of expressions on your little face. The bright eyed grin when you roll over as you seem to say, "Didja see me, Mommy?" The mystified wonder in your eyes when you catch sight of something new. The fascination as you watch Daddy or me do something. The curiosity and intrigue as you eye my food. The determination as your reach for your toes and work to get them back to your mouth. The passion with which you follow Kitter with your eyes. The joy and love when I return from an absence - no matter how brief.

You are such a ray of sunshine, sweetheart. Being your mommy is hard, for sure, but it is the best challenge I have ever willingly undertaken. It is a noble cause I endeavor to accomplish - raising you in truth to be the woman God has designed you to be. I feel so unequipped and unprepared for this task, but I, too, am learning every day. It's all a wonderful adventure, isn't it, honey? I'm glad to be with you on this journey.

I love you, baby girl.

Mommy