A few weeks ago, the family (Lyle, Finn & myself) went out to a local neighborhood beer joint for drinks and some dinner with some good friends. One of the other couples has a young daughter and the other couple currently does not have kids. Gillian, mother-to-be of a new puppy, asked Kristin & myself if we instantly fell in love with our babies or if it was something we had to work towards because she was afraid that she might not with her future babies. I responded with, "Of course. You can't help but be in love with your brand new baby" and Kristin, much more seasoned & wiser as a mother than myself at this point said, "Well....I'd say you love them but aren't in love until later as you grow together". That made me think....yes, she was right-on with that one.
After several weeks now of being a mom with it's ups & downs...sometimes more downs than ups, I can say that I have always loved Finn, even since before he was born. Now I feel as though I can honestly & truly say I'm completely falling in love with him.
I'm in love with the way he smiles at me and is starting to give a slight chuckle when he smiles. I'm in love with the way he is slowly starting to cuddle up to my chest & snuggle in. I'm falling in love with his sweet face, legs & belly.
But mostly, I'm simply just falling in love with him. He is the most precious gift from God that Lyle & I get to share together.
I love you Finnley.
lauren
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