Tuesday, September 23, 2008

A Letter to My Little Boy

Today I saw your face, your skull, your heart beating. I saw all the inside bits that will be invisible when you are no longer inside me. You were magically transformed from the baby to my little boy before my eyes. From now on I will be able to call you by your name.

Today an image of who you might be twinkled in my head. A rough and tumble little boy. A quiet shy guy. Maybe a flash of curly brown hair like your father's with his beautiful brown eyes. A vision of kisses and hugs in the future; of band aids and cuts and rough housing with Grampa Russ. My little boy with the heavy brow like his father and the light trail of freckles like his mom. Quick to giggle and laugh with his dad. Sensitive and funny and smart as a whip.

I'm ready little boy to be your mom. I'm ready to kiss it better and provide you with all the love in my heart. My little man.

12 comments:

Anonymous said...

amazing! i can't wait to shake that little boy's hand. i will wait until you deliver otherwise that would be awkward & very uncomfortable! ha ha! can't wait to share in the joys & journey of this lucky boy's life. love you!

mel
xoxo

Anonymous said...

my heart is full of "the love" right now. i can't wait to hold you little man, i'll see you soon!

love,
auntie lisa

Anonymous said...

how truly AWESOME !!!!

your "cup is overflowing" even as your "little man" is growing -
such pleasure to read your blogs and share in your enormous pride, joy and love

ruthie
xoxo

Richard said...

Jill that was really beautiful, I almost teared up in work. Sorry if I'm a sap.

Unknown said...

yeah!! can't wait to meet the little guy.

carilynfly said...

beautiful. so happy for you guys!
xo Cari

Anonymous said...

Dear Jill & Nick, You are going to be wonderful parents. We are so proud of you both!

Love, Mom & Russ

Dan Lavender said...

I like the way he appears to be waving at us in the 3rd pic!

Jill and Nick Parker said...

Dan, He's saying "Hey Dan, will you get me another pint!"

Unknown said...

...something in. my. eye...

Little boys are the BOMB. So very happy for you two.

love, Sarah K.

joleen said...

wow!!!

I'm so happy for you! a little boy!
:)

I can't wait to meet him.
love you!

Anonymous said...

Nick and Jill,
Wonderful news! Babies change your life in the Best way possible. Best wishes for your little son. I know he will be smart, good-looking and kind--just like his folks. Welcome to the club!

Suzanne Feiler