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Jul. 1st, 2009 08:11 amIt's been thirteen years. Is it weird that I can still remember that day so well. You'd think I wouldn't since having a child is such an intense thing, but I do. It's weird, really. he memory of that day gets better each year, but all the other ones get a little fuzzier. Hello, middle age.
I can still remember how if felt to see her for the first time, and no, it wasn't instant love. I wasn't one of those moms that felt that instant surge of affection. I guess I've never been normal but I worried about that so much after she was born. I was told it was normal for some people. Now, don't think I wasn't protective of her, and very careful of the things I did with her. I was. That love didn't take long to grow, though.
I used to marvel at how soft her skin was and how cute that little wisp of hair at her crown was. It always curled just right.She amazed me when she'd smile back at me, even though my head and everything I'd read told me that at first, it was a reflex for her to mirror faces. It didn't matter.
Nights with her were the best even if I was exhausted. I was the only one that got up with her since my ex couldn't be bothered. Even in the middle of the night, she always had a smile for me and I'll be damned if I think those were just reflex.
Over the years, I've seen her do amazing things. Every parent wants their child to surpass them, and she has in so many ways. She's brilliant, adorable, funny, witty, honest (brutally), genuine, kind, loving, musical, and never boring.
Not many parents these days can honestly say their kid is their best friend, but I'm honored to say mine is among a very select number.
Happy 13th birthday, Piper Christine. Love you, kiddo.
I can still remember how if felt to see her for the first time, and no, it wasn't instant love. I wasn't one of those moms that felt that instant surge of affection. I guess I've never been normal but I worried about that so much after she was born. I was told it was normal for some people. Now, don't think I wasn't protective of her, and very careful of the things I did with her. I was. That love didn't take long to grow, though.
I used to marvel at how soft her skin was and how cute that little wisp of hair at her crown was. It always curled just right.She amazed me when she'd smile back at me, even though my head and everything I'd read told me that at first, it was a reflex for her to mirror faces. It didn't matter.
Nights with her were the best even if I was exhausted. I was the only one that got up with her since my ex couldn't be bothered. Even in the middle of the night, she always had a smile for me and I'll be damned if I think those were just reflex.
Over the years, I've seen her do amazing things. Every parent wants their child to surpass them, and she has in so many ways. She's brilliant, adorable, funny, witty, honest (brutally), genuine, kind, loving, musical, and never boring.
Not many parents these days can honestly say their kid is their best friend, but I'm honored to say mine is among a very select number.
Happy 13th birthday, Piper Christine. Love you, kiddo.
