Happy 1st Birthday sweetie pie....

Dear Evan,

Today, you're 1. We're so happy that you're growing up to be such a wonderful little boy... but today is bittersweet for mommy. I just can't believe that a year ago today, I met you for the first time, and life changed forever.

I really don't know where the time went. The first time I saw you, I was too scared to hold you because you're so tiny and fragile. I had no idea how to be a mother, and I had no idea what to do when the nurse gave you to me. Today, I know your every cry, my arms are sore from carrying you, and soon, you'll be walking and you won't need to be carried at all.

Every night in bed I watch you fall asleep, then I look at Daddy, and I thank God for the two greatest blessings of my life. It has been an adventurous and memorable year, and watching you grow has been completely amazing. I know it's just gonna get better and better from here.

Here's a glimpse of the first moment I ever saw your face and held you in my arms-- 6:18 am, one year ago. Indescribable. I will never forget it. Please don't grow up too fast. I'll always remember you this way. I love you, and Happy Birthday =)