1 Month

Brooks Daniel was brought into this world one month ago today, and I was given the best gift anyone could ask for. At birth he weighed 8 lbs 8 oz and was 21.5 inches long. He yelled as I held him against my chest, and latched on to my breast with complete confidence within minutes. The day was a blur... Butch and I were in shock from the speed at which he was delivered. It seemed like he came to us in our dreams.

The last month has been an amazing time in my life. The love I feel for this little guy is overwhelming and leaves me breathless at times. I love to look at him. Every day he changes a little and my heart aches with the thought of him growing up and leaving these memories behind us. I am so grateful for him, for this exhausting time, and for loving partner and a supportive loving family and friends.

I will always remember the following things about Brooks at one month; His double chins, his wide expressive eyes, his grunty sounds, his soft coos, his long silky dark hair in the back and thinning hair in the front, his fuzzy shoulders, back, and ears, his big hands and feet, and long legs. He loves the bath. He loves the black and white picture wall, the blinds in the bedroom and the sky light in the living room. He loves to suck his daddy's pinky finger. He grimaces at too much light, when Leo licks his feet, and some times all the time for no reason. He eats often and makes a lot of noise. He also poops very loudly and farts. He has a hilarious pursed-lip look when he is working on a poop. He sometimes sticks his entire fist in his mouth to self sooth. He loves to cuddle - ALL the time. He is a snuggle bug, a grunty bear, and a peanut...

So many more memories floating around in my tired brain. Bottom line is I love this guy - I love being a mom. Happy 1 month birthday Brooks! You are amazing in every way.