As Leah hit her five month mark this week, I reflected on our lives as parents and realized how fast my baby has grown from that eight-and-a-half-pound newborn to a full-fledged infant nearing 20 pounds.
I knew before I had her that she would grow, but as large a pregnant woman, I only focused on the uncertainties that surround the birth. I spent more time trying to be a good pregnant woman and preparing myself for labor than I did reading about raising a child. There are more and more things to worry about now -- introducing solid foods, sleeping through the night, interacting with others, crawling, walking -- than I ever imagined.
You all know that Leah was the perfect newborn: sleeping all the time, barely making a peep, good eater, and happy as can be. Now that she is a vocal five-month-old requiring more of my time and attention, I realize those days are over. And I know what all those seasoned readers are saying to themselves, "Honey, it only gets worse." But the more I think about it, the more I am grateful and privileged to help this beautiful child develop into a smart, strong and capable young woman someday.
Logan says: "Awwwwwwww."
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Girl, I think you learned a few things about reflecting at Freshman Academy. Way to go girl. Check out my blog, it's updated and hopefully comical. Also, I found this for LOMO:
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Papa Moly says, "AWWWWWWWWWW" also. Parenting is the most frightening/rewarding experience our Father in Heaven gives us. Love 'em at every stage because they don't stay there long.
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