I'd love to say it flew by, and maybe in some ways it did, but mostly it does feel like she has been in our lives for a year now. I think back at the hospital stay, newborn diapers, tiny bodysuits, nursing bras, and multiple hour-long naps and I think "That was forever ago." To remember when I didn't have to pack diapers, wipes, extra bottle, back-up formula, and multiple pacifiers it does seem like a year...and maybe a little more. ;) Though when I think about how big she has gotten, how much she has learned, how much she discovers everyday, it has gone by fast. She seems like a real little kid now, and not so much a baby...which is a weird transition.
She now weighs 21lbs and is 30 1/4 inches tall. She can have "normal" cow's milk now and can munch on peanut butter sandwiches (which we have yet to try). She still only has 2 teeth, lol, but she will add to that on her own time. She brushes those two little teeth each night and hates it when Mama takes over to help. She is starting to point to her nose, mouth, eyes, and ears. She coasts along furniture and is getting more bold on venturing away from the furniture and taking more steps on her own. She can now toss away bottles and drink solely from a sippy cup. She can even order a small kid-friendly (and tooth-less friendly) meals; which means learning to use a fork and spoon. She says "uhbye" and waves we someone leaves and says "lo" when she picks up one of our phones. She recognizes her favorite show and sings along with her own lyrics: "bubbo." She points at things she wants to play with, or even to direct where she wants to go.
Such a journey in a year. It is truly amazing. What's even more amazing...she has never been sick. Not one day. I don't know how we did that, but I am so grateful. I know many other moms have had their little ones sick several times before their 1st birthday. Mostly little icky stomach bugs but I know there are many other moms who have had far greater struggles. That is why this year I am donating to St. Jude's. Though I stress out about $ this time of year, I know those kids and those families need all the donations they can get. I cannot imagine going through what they go through, but I can do what I can.
In case anyone is interested in traveling down memory lane, here is my blog about the arrival of Miss Lorelai Elizabeth Lewis. My little love ♥
Here's to the next year of her life...and our's for that matter. ;)
M.LEWIS
Happy Birthday Lorelai! And great job on a first year, Meg and Christopher! :)
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