Dear Braden

There is no greater joy than being a mama.

You taught me that. 

From the first moment I heard your cry,

tears filling my eyes and streaming down my face, I was filled with joy.

I never knew what joy was until that moment.

You show me joy everyday... there is no one that can show more joy, than a child. 

Thank you for showing me joy, baby boy. 

It's a great gift. 

You, sweet boy, make me laugh and smile more than anyone ever could.

Just looking at your faces, I can't help but burst into laughter. 

You do things... like drag your dino over to me because you want to ride him 

or say "yes" and I can't help but smile because you're growing so much. 

It makes me so proud to see you grow, to see you develop a personality. 

I've never been so proud. I will always be proud of you, no matter what sweet boy, 

mama will always be proud.

I love you sweet boy.

Love, 

Mama 

Letters to my babies

Dear Braden,

You will forever hold a special place in my heart because you are my first born.

 From the moment you were born I felt a joy I'd never known before. 

I'll always remember the first moment I heard you let out a cry and how it made me cry. 

I will hold onto the moments we've had together, forever. 

Life isn't always easy being a mama. 

We have hard days, you and I, but remember dear boy that no matter what the days bring, 

I love you now and I will love you forever.

I love watching you grow and play. 

I love seeing you with your daddy. There is nothing in this world that makes my heart more happy. I cannot wait to see you be a big brother. 

I know you will love your little sister and she will love you right back. 

So happy you're mine, baby boy, so happy. I love you so so much. 

Love, 

Your mama

Dear Maeva,
I know we haven't officially met yet, but I already am so in love with you.
I can't wait to see your sweet little face and hold you.
I look forward to getting to know your cry and laugh, to getting to know all of you.
I can't wait to hold your little fingers and kiss your little toes.
I look forward to it all. I especially look forward to seeing you with your daddy.
I know it will be special.
For now, though, baby girl, I'm enjoying feeling your kicks and movements inside of me.
Keep on growing little one and soon we will welcome you into this world, into our family.
I love you little one...
Love,
Your mama