To Braden - On Your Second Birthday

Two years ago today, I welcomed you into the world.

I had no idea how much that day would change my life.
For the past two years, I have watched you grow.
I have watched all of your milestones in amazement- from crawling, walking, talking and now running and riding your big wheel.
You are a sweet and fun boy with a sense of humor.
Your laugh and smile are infectious.
You like to run, play baseball, football, swim and go to parks.
You love to eat popsicles, applesauce, ice cream and drink water and juice.
You love construction trucks, balloons, playing with cars and building towers with blocks or legos. You love riding on things- tractors, 4 wheelers, scooters, trikes, etc…
You love cartoons, movies and your teddy.
You like to sing and dance.
Your Dad and I thank our lucky stars every day that we were blessed with such a wonderful child.
You tell us you love us before you go to bed every night, this melts our heart.
You give us a “smooch” whenever one of us leaves.
You have made the transition to being a big brother so well!
We had no idea the love that parents have for their children.
We are so blessed to have discovered this love.
You help us realize what is truly important in life.
You make me even more grateful for my own mom, and make me strive to be like her.
We are so proud of you and can’t wait to watch you grow and grow into a wonderful man.
We want the best for you. We want you to be happy, to enjoy life, and to experience the amazing things we have experienced.
We are so proud to have you as our own.
You are our family, our blood, our sweet little boy.

Happy 2nd Birthday Braden!

I hold you close every night, thanking my lucky stars for a wonderful son like you. I cherish every single moment that I get to spend with you. You are my pride and joy.

Love you Always and Forever,

Your Momma

(all pics are taken on Braden's 2nd bday 9-22-11)