3 years ago today, after 24 hours of labor, you were born.
You gave us quite a scare, but we witnessed your strength almost immediately. We knew things were going to be okay when your neonatologists joked during morning rounds that they couldn’t even remember why you were in the NICU anymore. You were only a couple of days old, yet I was already in awe of your resilience.
Five days later, we were able to take you home with us.
Within three minutes of introducing you to our new home, you shat your diapers so violently, it shook the foundation of the house. Wito! Such power from such a small body!
Were you really ever this tiny?
Or sleepy?
During the first few months, you couldn’t get enough of hanging your head backwards and strrreeeetching your rapidly growing body.
I was smitten.
Good lord, you loved to eat. From your 3-month checkup on, your size has been off the charts.
Those cheeks.
And those thighs.
And daddy’s blue eyes.
That combination could only mean one thing.
From the minute you started walking, you’ve been confident forging your own way. A true leader.
(Must be the Leo in you…)
You are also a seasoned traveler. In the past few years, you’ve been to Cabo San Lucas, San Diego, Palm Springs, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Denver, Boston, Oklahoma, Chicago, Charleston, SC and Sun Valley, Idaho.
You are happiest outdoors.
While surrounded by friends.
I’m not sure if you will be an architect,
a cowboy,
an artist,
a surfer,
an explorer,
or a mad scientist…
I’m just so grateful to be part of the ride. Thank you for making my life infinitely better.
Love,
Mommy
sarin
August 4, 2009 at 10:28 amI’ve been following your blog for the past couple years, and can’t believe myself that Wito is three. I have enjoyed the view into your life, from your pregnancy to motherhood. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes for Wito with love from across the world!
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Estelle
August 4, 2009 at 10:32 amWhat a beautiful birthday message for your son. These photos are amazing. Love a chubby baby.
Amy
August 4, 2009 at 10:42 amWhoorl, This is one of your best posts yet! I can’t even believe that it has been 3 years. I feel like i remember when you had him after looking at those infant photos. Gosh he is sure to be a heartbreaker. You are such a creative writer and a good mommy:-)
Sarah
August 4, 2009 at 11:21 amHappy Birthday Wito!
The photos and post are gorgeous.
kat
August 4, 2009 at 11:46 amtotal heart breaker. am tearing up a bit here.
happy brithday wito!
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Amanda Nicole
August 4, 2009 at 11:55 amHappy Birthday little Wito! He has the cutest little face ever.
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HollyLynne
August 4, 2009 at 12:25 pmHis little sleepy clasped hands kill me. Happy birthday, Wito!
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MrsJ
August 4, 2009 at 12:48 pmGreat post! Happy birthday, Wito! It’s my birthday, too, and President Obama’s, so you’re in great company, LOL. ;)
Rosita
August 4, 2009 at 2:03 pmAww what a great blog from a great mommy :) happy birthday wito! So lucky to be such a cool team :)
tera Stephens
August 4, 2009 at 3:10 pmugghhh… it’s just too fast! happy birthday to u, the lady who grew him and birthed him!!! we are so blessed.
xoxo,
t
Desiree
August 4, 2009 at 3:46 pmSo your post made me tear up. At work. And I don’t even know you.
wide open spaces
August 4, 2009 at 4:52 pmhe is a heartbreaker.
gorillabuns
August 4, 2009 at 7:03 pmThanks for making me cry AGAIN today. Happy birthday little man. You are one handsome devil who will continue to grow into a beautiful young man.
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Jessica
August 4, 2009 at 7:07 pmHappy birthday, Wito!
Great post :)
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Jinxy
August 4, 2009 at 7:51 pmHappy birthday Wito!!
I love the pictures, great post!
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