Sweet Julia,
It’s hard to believe that any day now you’ll become a big sister. You’ll go from my one and only to one of two. I’ve known this would happen for nearly 10 months now, but it’s hitting me like a ton of bricks and it’s quite bittersweet for this mommy.
You were the one that made me a mommy. You came into our world on a hot day in late July and we’ve been in love ever since. Your first 19 months have passed in the blink of an eye and I know the next 19 years will go by just as fast. I’ve tried my best to soak up each and every moment with you. I don’t want to forget this time when it’s just been you and me (and Daddy, of course).
I like to think that I’m your teacher, but you’ve taught me so much over the last year and a half. You’ve taught me to laugh harder, love deeper, and just sit back and enjoy life’s little moments. We’ve sure made a great duo!
You make each day brighter. You find joy in the smallest of things. Now that you’re a full blown toddler your personality is certainly blossoming (and it doesn’t come without a good helping of sass). I’ve loved getting to know you one on one and watching you change from minute to minute.
As excited as I am for this new chapter to begin, I’m nervous about our transition into the next phase of life. I’ve had you all to myself for so long and I think we’re both going to need a period of adjustment. I’ve prayed that this will be a smooth transition for both of us. I’ve prayed that there is enough love in my heart and time in the day for you and your new sibling.
I know you’ll be an amazing big sister and a great helper. I have no doubt you’ll love your sibling unconditionally and show him or her all that you know. I’m sure you two will be thick as thieves in no time!
Wherever you go and whatever you do, just remember this: I’ll love you forever, I’ll like you for always, as long as I’m living my baby you’ll be.
The Duchess
8 Comments
Emily
March 12, 2013 at 6:50 am —
Now you’ve made me all teary eyed Molly! Such a sweet post:) This is why I love blogging, because one day you can go back and see just how you felt on the cusp of being a mom of 2…feelings we vaguely remember as life travels forward. You’re such a great writer and a sweet loving mom, this new babe is going to be so lucky to have you.
Laura
March 12, 2013 at 8:46 am —
Whew! Good thing I didn’t have my makeup on yet. We love you all so much and cannot wait to meet the new baby and see Julia blossom as a big sister.
Jenny
March 12, 2013 at 10:00 am —
What a beautiful post! It wasn’t that long ago (11weeks) that I was in your shoes trying to soak up every last minute with my little boy(almost 18 mos at the time) and wondering how I was ever going to love another as much as I love him and feeling so much joy and excitement but also anxiety and feeling so badly that my attention wasn’t going to be focused on just him anymore. I prayed a lot, and the moment I laid we’d on my newborn my heart just grew and created more space
the transition for all of us is ongoing but it is such a great feeling now knowing that I have 2 little faces to kiss and 2 little boys who are sure to be best friends as they grow! I’ll continue to pray for you and send you lots of VBAC vibes(creepy??) get ready for your next chapter!! It’s going to be amazing!
Danielle K (Lean Green Mama)
March 12, 2013 at 9:37 pm —
You’ve made me cry (in a good way) with this post. So sweet and so heartfelt. I know one day I’ll be feeling the same way. Thanks for sharing this with us
Heidi
March 12, 2013 at 10:13 pm —
So sweet! I was so apprehensive about the transition for Molly from one-and-only to big sister. She had three + years as the “baby” and I was worried
We’ve had our moments, but it’s amazing how the dynamics just…shift. You’re a wonderful mommy to Julia and she’ll love being the big sister! I check Instagram everyday to see if that baby has decided to arrive…such a strange time of wanting the baby to be here but wanting to freeze time. That’s how I felt at least, depending on which way the wind was blowing.
Lindsey
March 13, 2013 at 11:43 am —
Molly- my eyes are swelling up with tears right now because this is such a beautiful post! You are a fantastic mother and Julia will be an amazing big sister! You have such a big heart and there is no doubt in my mind that your two babies (because I still think of Julia as a baby lol) are so blessed to have you as their mom. I can’t wait to hear about your new addition and I am so excited for you that more love is entering your home! Lots of hugs and love! xo
andie
March 13, 2013 at 2:06 pm —
so sweet…
you know that book gets me every time!!!
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