So yesterday I turned 26. It was a great day, spent with people I love, and Leah's colicky/reflux even seemed to take a day off for the most part. And while this wasn't her first smile, it was the first one caught on camera. I couldn't ask for a better gift!
And apologies are in order, because I must have come across as the most whiny ingrate with my last post. I want to set the record straight...I love our "Leah Love". Particularly after what we went through to have her, I want to make sure I scream from the rooftops that we love her, we're so glad she's here, we wouldn't trade her for anything.
And I should also mention...Claire's been incredible--there's been no jealousy, no resentment, no outbursts, no regression, no behavior problems...she adores her little sister and she's the biggest help. That aspect couldn't have gone smoother. In fact, if I could be guaranteed that we wouldn't have fertility trouble in the future, I'd probably PLAN that 3 year spacing in the future...since we don't know though, we're (kind of crazily) not going to do anything to prevent more babies from here on out...but that's a post for another day...
I will admit, going from one to two was harder than I anticipated. I will admit that her upset tummy and resulting reflux and irritability/discomfort has made her kind of a hard baby. At least much harder than Claire (our first pancake on the griddle, as our friends call their first). And so that's made for a bit of a bumpy transition, and maybe not even the instantaneous bonding that I expected and had with Claire. But she's wedged her way into our hearts now and we just love her, and expect that love to only grow from here on out. So please accept my penitence for coming off ungrateful.
Love you Leah Love, and love those smiles--keep 'em coming!
7 comments:
Happy Birthday girl! Wish I had known! We'll have to have a b-day celebration during the next girl's night!
she's soo adorable! My kids are over 3 years apart and I love it. Alexa was older, potty-trained, and sleeping in a big girl bed before Michael even came. I think it definitely helps with the jealousy thing too. I'm sorry that Leah has some tummy problems, that always makes things a little rough in the beginning. Glad you had a great birthday. Baby smiles are the best!!! Happy Birthday!!!!
awwww...she's so cute!! and never feel the need to justify anything...we all understand.
So cute! Maybe I dont remember but I dont think she looks like Claire. She sure is cute!
Danica she is beautiful! What a cute smile she has!! Hope to see y'all when you're down for July 4th.
love those smile pictures. such a little sweetie. no need to explain yourself-- i didn't think you sounded ungrateful at all. just real. and i totally love that.
Leah is so adorable and she looks so much like Claire. I hope all is well. We miss you guys.
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