A great year indeed. I will ALWAYS remember 2009 and it sure has been fine. Mostly because of the birth of my daughter, my first child of course, as most of the year has been spent dedicated to that little munchkin. I wouldn’t trade it for anything else in this big, big world.
Now that she’s going on 8 months, we have gone through so many changes and it all almost seems like a blur. If it weren’t for her, I probably wouldn’t have started this blog, and I probably wouldn’t be inspired to be a better person and be so darn happy *most* of the time.
I am probably too wordy at times, but to describe what it is to be a mother to my darling little angel, I barely have any words. I only have emotions that range from highest of highs and lowest of lows. Yes, being a mom can be trying and can wear on one’s patience, but I’m glad I’ve preserved through the thick and thin of breastfeeding and the challenges that come with being a new parent, and still going strong.
Looking back on the days when she was only a little slug and wanted to eat round the clock, I wonder how I ever survived the nights where I hardly got any sleep. Now that I think about it, it’s only been until the most recent months that I’ve actually been able to get some decent sleep.
We’ve gone through so many clothes, it’s ridiculous–she’s already wearing 18 months clothing, because she’s just growing so fast, and I can barely fit her into any 12 month clothing. We’ve also had to deal with eczema and have come a long way in respect to that.
Most of her milestones have been accomplished in the last two months, but she always seems to be doing something new. At three months, she randomly decided she was going to roll over. At 4 months, she decided she was going to sit up on her own. At around 6 months, she started “commando crawling,” where she would maneuver herself around army style. Right before Thanksgiving, she started pulling herself up onto things into a standing position, and just two weeks ago, she started fully crawling, and can balance herself standing up for about a good twenty seconds without any support.
In the midst of all of it, I feel that the bond I’ve developed with my baby girl will be strong for many years to come, and 2009 has been good to us. This was the year of the baby and we look forward to many to come as continues to grow and make us so proud.
What are your fondest moments from 2009? Please feel free to share your stories.
I’m working on coming up with some “resolutions” for 2009, but I’ll get back with more on that tomorrow. I hope everyone has a happy new year, and be safe!
To your health and happiness in 2010,
~Hale Mom
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What a special year it’s been for you! There’s nothing like watching your baby grow up before your eyes. Happy New Year to you and your family
Yes, it has been an amazing year and it’s so cool how fast little babies grow! Thank you for the new year wishes, and I hope you and your family have a Happy New Year too! Cheers!
Sounds like 2009 was a fantastic year for you and your family. I really enjoyed meeting you at #wildside this year and hope to see you again in 2010, Erica!
Collen! Yes, it was! I think I’m still taking it all in. I really enjoyed meeting you as well, and I can’t wait to get together with you and all the other fine ladies I was privileged to have met @ #wildside. I’ll talk to you soon! Happy New Year and thanks for stopping by!
Great post- 2009 was a great year- we both have new babies! ( :
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Carol @ http://awaiting-babyw.blogspot.com/
Its great hearing stories on how 2009 was an amazing year… All you hear on the news is the doom and gloom of the economy. Well hope all it well with everyone and Happy 2010!