Her First Year In Reflection

March 31st 2011
Daisy is 1 year old today!

What a year this has a been! Being that Daisy is my first child not only are her firsts a first for her, they are a first for me and there is something incredibly magical about that! I have absolutely LOVED being a momma. It has stretched me in ways that I never could have imagined and I know this is only the beginning. I never knew I could love a little person so much. I wish I could protect her from ever getting hurt in any way. I want to give her everything but, then again I want her to learn to appreciate things and not take things for granted. As I type this Daisy is hanging on my leg and crying meme (momma) for me to pick her up. These are tiring moments but, as I look down at my daughter clinging to my leg I often see a picture of my Heavenly Father and how I often cling to His leg. "Pick me up Lord, this is too hard. Pick me up Lord I am tired, weary, overwhelmed, angry, hurt, happy, thankful. Pick me up Lord because all I want is to be near you!" The Lord doesn't brush me away and rush off to do something for Himself. He doesn't yell at me or ignore me. He is ALWAYS there for me even when I certainly deserve a scolding. He is Love. He is faithful. So, I look down at the child God has entrusted into my care and I take a deep breath in and out and say, "Be patient. Be loving. Be to her what the Lord is too you for she is a gift and this time with her is fleeting. Learning to care less about messes, how I am dressed as I head out and keeping my personal activities to a minimum isn't always easy but, I will NEVER regret the extra time and love I am investing into my child. I have quickly learned that being a mother is hardly ever easy but, my attitude determines my outlook. I pray that the Lord continues to give me an attitude of joy and contentment so that I can soak it up I don't want to miss a thing!!!

Has attempted to walk a little everyday but, only a few steps at a time

She is taking the slow and cautious approach to walking evidently
Is a picky eater. Bummer. Spits a lot of things out unless they are sweet!
Takes two naps a day usually about an hour long each
Sleeps through the night 7:30-6:40 (THANK YOU JESUS!!!)
Wants to be held ALL the time
Has 12 teeth (3 are molars) and is miserable
Wears 12 month pants and 18 month shirts
Wears size 4 diapers (finally)
Is still nursed 4 times a day but, this will not continue much longer
Says Meme (for momma), Dah (for dada), Hiiii, Bye bye, num nums (food), uh (uhoh)
Understands a lot more than she can say: where's my belly (she lifts up our shirts and grabs our belly buttons), snack, doggie, I love you, kisses, night night, no, I'm going to get you
She has an awesome "fake" laugh
Does not like me to leave her ever. Separation anxiety will probably be an issue for a while
Drinks out of her sippy cup now but, doesn't know how to tip it and drink
Sleeps with music on always
Loves her pacifier (poppy) and I'm not planning on taking it away any time soon
Loves her blankie and has to rub the satin edge between her fingers
IS obsessed with Daddy
loves to give kisses
Does great on short drives as long as we give her lots of toys to play with
Claps all the time and loves to wave hi and bye bye (Even if she sees a wave on TV...so cute)
Still loves watching Wiggles every morning. It's her favorite.
Is UH-Mazing. Words cannot describe how awesome it is to be Daisy's Momma

Don't forget to come back Friday and link up to Momma in Focus!! This week's prompt word is Outdoors. IF it is cold or rainy where you live feel free to link up with whatever you captured. Prompts are always suggestions but, the main thing is that you try and take a picture with your kiddos each week! That's all that matters. See you Friday!