Two

Dear Mason,
Oh sweet boy, I can't believe that you are two years old today!  Wasn't it just a month ago that I found out you were coming?  Wasn't it just a week ago that you were born, a day ago that you stole my heart?  I can't even remember what it was like to be someone besides your mommy.  I am so proud of the sweet, spunky, funny, handsome little man that you're turning into - watching this amazing journey makes me so happy.

There have been some tough times over the last two years...sleepless nights, tantrums, food on the floor...but it's all worth it when I see the smile on your face, or hear you say "Luh-you Mommy".  Nothing amazes me more than seeing how you grow and change every day...the things you say blow my mind - today it was "Happy birthday party" and "Mommy come here!" and "Bye friends" as you left school, among other things...you say please and thank you (most of the time!) You love the people who love you, and you don't mind showing it, and it makes our day every time.

This morning, when I had to leave you at daycare, I had tears in my eyes...I wanted to spend the day with you so bad, but you are so playful and full of energy, I know you did fine with your friends!  At 8:23, when I stopped in the middle of my classroom to remember the moment you were born, my heart was full with the blessings you have brought me.  All day long, I was taken back to that day - the first time I saw you, the first time I held you, the first time you slept peacefully on my chest...all precious memories that I'll cherish forever.

I love you little man, and I am so glad you're mine.  Being your Mommy is amazing, and I wouldn't change it for anything in the world.