Hey Buddy.....
While I'm unsure what age you'll be reading these letters, let me just say that there have been tons of hormones flying around during the 9 months of your development. Hormones? That's an entire life lesson in itself, of which I'm happy to sharewith you at the appropriate time, but suffice to say that we're allexcited for your arrival! I would have written sooner, but I had so many thoughts it was hard to distill them.
That said, I can also tend to quickly drop to the bottom line. I was there when your dad was born, I was there while he grew up and becamethe incredible guy he is. I was there when your dad fell in love with your mom. At this point, I've only gotten to know her over a few years, but wow. What a wonderful person! I was there when they married, and was (virtually) there when they shared the greatnews you were coming.
Even better yet, I've gotten to know your aunts and other grandparents. They all have SO much to share with you!
Growing up isn't easy. Hasn't been for any of us, but that's part ofwhat makes it all worth while. We grow, we learn, and weanticipate all that God has destined each of us to become. Therewill be great, wonderful (and sometimes painful) lessons along theway. There are really only three things that make me incredibly confident in who you will become........ your dad, your mom and the Lord! All of them so love you. We, do too, but your parents will be the ones to raise, nurture and teach you. I'm so confident (and proud) in both of their abilities, that I could cry about it at the drop of a hat (not normal for me).
Just know, we're here when you need us (me and Sweet T), but I'm sure itwill only be for 'additional' support cause your parents are SO awesome!! As you grow into your teens, you'll start to think your folks don't understand and are a bit 'out there'. Just know, that's a normal feeling at this age, and as long as you respect them as your parents, you'll eventually find they know a lot more, and love you a lot more than you thought possible. It's happened to all of us, so my advice is to try to roll with it :) In the meantime, just know we love you already. We're excited to meet you in person. And we're excited to do life together with you. See you soon pal.........