Peter Pan

Dear Baby B,

You don't know this yet, but one of my favorite movies ever is Hook, a story about Peter Pan. Peter Pan has always been my favorite fairy tale and someday I look forward to reading the book and watching the movies with you. Before we watch anything though, I'll have to reminisce about watching VHS tapes on a VCR and then I'll have to explain what a VCR was, then you'll roll your eyes and think I'm ancient. But I digress...

Daddy found the REAL Peter Pan statue in London!

Back to Peter Pan. In the beginning of Hook, Peter Pan runs away from his mother because she was making so many plans for his future, even though he was just a baby. Hearing her talk made him frightened and scared to grow up. Personally, I'm not a fan of growing up, but I am a fan of plans...BUT in your case I'm going to do my best to make an exception.

Instead of speculating about what sports you might play, I'm going to cheer you on as you work hard to roll over from your back to your belly. Instead of wondering what you're going to be when you grow up, I'm going to quietly save money for your future while focusing on enjoying the present. I'm not going to worry about whether sucking your thumb now will be an issue in two years, because for now, that is what brings you comfort. Your first words will come, but will bring an end to the coos and screams that you have been practicing. Someday, I won't be able to carry you, so for now I'm glad that I can.

Every day is a first for you and will be for a long, long time. It's hard for me to believe that someday, one of your firsts will also mark a last, so taking care to live in the today and now with you has become one of my top priorities. I promise to live in it, with you, enjoying every moment.

Love,
Momma