As I travel back from one of the many business trips I’ve taken since Myer was born, I come to realize how much I really miss him while I’m away. Just being apart from him for one day makes me sad to think that maybe he called for me while I was gone or maybe he achieved a new milestone that I missed. I made the choice to go back to work because I know in the end, Myer will appreciate my work ethic and dedication and I can only hope that some of the traits I exhibit will be reflected in his life someday also. Of course, he will always have Chad, the most goal oriented person I know, to look up to, but seeing it in a woman is also important to me as he grows older and learns to respect both genders in the workforce. For now though, I do miss him tremendously.
I am happy that I did get to spend his first Valentine’s Day with him yesterday. He had a big party at Miss Judy’s daycare and got a lot of little gifts. There were balloons, stuffed animals, bubbles, and of course, cards. Myer gave his little playmates candy, cards, squishy sport balls, and the best cookies in the world supplied by his wonderful aunt Lindsay. Everyone was impressed with the cookies! Myer, being the loving little boy that he is, also gave his Daddy a card and some aftershave to help keep his Daddy’s face smooth in anticipation of lots of kisses from his lil’ buddy. Overall, Myer had a wonderful holiday. I can’t even believe that next year at this time he’ll almost be 2!
Speaking of getting older, we are less than a month away now from the big day. We have decided to do a March Madness basketball themed party to celebrate our little MVP turning one. There will be concession stand type food, an electronic basketball game for adult challenges, cake, friends, and lots of fun. I have thoroughly enjoyed planning the event, so I hope it turns out the way I have it envisioned in my head. Let’s just hope now that the invitations arrive soon. The first batch didn’t turn out so well and I’m frantic to get the date on everyone’s calendar. In case you are reading this and you’re a relative, the party will be March 17 at 12pm, so mark your calendars because you’re probably invited.
I’ll have more to write in less than a month when we have another wellness check up at the doctor for size measurements. So far, I can tell you though that Myer is 31 ½” long since I measure him weekly myself. I’m keeping a close eye on this height because before I know it, he’ll be taller than me. He also wears a size 4 shoe as a reference point for future posts. He is also eating cheerios, pancakes, and anything else we feel comfortable feeding him. He is growing up before our eyes and I’m already starting to miss the baby stages. However, in the same breath, I can’t wait to get him on the soccer field running and kicking the ball with me. I guess I’ll need to get out a practice so I can teach him a few things.
With only two hours to go on this plane back from Rhode Island, I’ll sign off by saying, I can’t wait to see my favorite little boy tonight. Until then, sleep well and I love you!
