I'll See You Soon!

Dear Leo,

Sometimes it seems as if the past 9 months have flown by, and at other times, it seems like I have been waiting eternity for you to arrive. The closer we are to meeting you, the longer the days seem. 

Part of me wants you to stay right where you are, safe in my belly, despite the sciatica, diabetes, mood swings, and other aches you've given me. I think about how warm and comfortable you are and question whether or not I can raise you appropriately in a world that is so full of heartache, violence, and pain.

The other part of me can't wait to hold you as soon as you arrive to tell you how safe I will keep you and that I'll do my best to be a good mom to you so that you can experience all of the lovely, magnificent parts of the world. You are the missing puzzle piece in my life right now. It's funny how humans can aimlessly get through each day while feeling confused about what their purpose is, then suddenly one moment can change that. I never would have thought that you would be my main purpose. Just ask your mawmaw how many times I told her I don't ever want kids. But as soon as I found about about you, I instantly knew that I was meant to be your mommy. You're going to be like a little experiment for me, but we can get through it together, along with your daddy (I can't wait to see him change a diaper). 

The doctors said that you'll most likely be born Easter weekend! That is only 2 weeks away. I am sure your daddy and I are forgetting something...there is a lot to think about, like what to pack in a hospital bag, and what you'll need once you're home, but it will all come together. I am hoping that you decide to come on your own without the doctors having to jumpstart things...but you have been quite the stubborn little boy so far (you take after your mommy!) and it seems like you can't decide when you want to arrive. Regardless, I'll be here waiting. Can't wait to kiss you.

Love,

Mommy

Your room is ready for you! 

You're 36 weeks along now, but mommy hasn't had energy to take the 36 week bump pic yet.

Your older fur brother has already been acting jealous. I hope he falls in love with you when he meets you! We'll have to have a chat about being gentle with him when you're older. 

Bags are packed!

You can be anything you want to be.