11 Months.

I never knew I could love a boy this much.


He has completely stolen my heart.

Ethan is 11 months old today. I have woken up on the 16th of each month since the day he was born anxious to cuddle and kiss this growing boy. I like to tell him how he's another month older, and then I silently celebrate what this simple number means to me. This morning, I was torn. I will always celebrate my boy, but did these 11 months really have to go so quickly? Next month is it. The next time we cross the 16th off on our calendars, I will have a one year old.

Ethan, you continue to amaze me day after day as you learn and grow right before my eyes. Your first tooth finally popped through on Mother's Day! Your baby babbling is precious; I love how you try to mimic the things you hear us say. You now clearly say "dada", "quack quack", and "uh oh". You are also getting more steady on your feet and can stand alone, but only for a few seconds at a time. No rush on the walking, though. ;)

We spent this morning at the park with your sister and her preschool class, celebrating the end of the school year. You were completely entertained watching the bigger kids run and play, but there were moments when I could tell you wanted to get down and run with them! Soon enough, you will. The battle between my mixed emotions rages on.

I love you, sweet boy. I'm so thankful you're mine.

Comments

  1. redwineMay 17, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    Oh How Sweet! That is an adorable picture of Ethan! Love you blog!

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  2. Platinum RoseMay 17, 2012 at 1:34 PM

    Happy 11 months, Ethan! I too cannot believe that next month marks one full year. Wow. How did he grow so fast? It will be bittersweet to celebrate, indeed. Time measured by our children passes too quickly.

    I agree, no hurry on the walking ;-) Stay a baby as long as you can, Ethan!

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  3. redwineMay 18, 2012 at 10:36 AM

    Every time at look at this picture I smile. I must get a copy of it and frame it.

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  4. Confessions From A Work-At-Home MomMay 21, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    I hear you on those mixed emotions... I'm still in denial. And you'll have TWO birthdays to celebrate in what, a span of 3 weeks? I wouldn't blame you for being a wreck!!!!

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