The difference a year makes... and doesn't.

One year ago, I brought my new baby home from the hospital.
Today, we woke up at home and shared hot oatmeal and milk.

One year ago, I struggled to comfort a crying infant.
Today, I snuggled and wiped away tears from a toddler face that has been bonked.

One year ago, I struggled to breastfeed an infant and it made me emotional.
Today, I struggle to ween a toddler and it makes me just as emotional.

One year ago, I loved this baby girl with all my heart.
Today, I love her with a heart that is easily 3 1/2 times bigger.

One year ago, it was sunny and warm outside. We snuggled in front of a window with sunlight pouring in to help with borderline jaundiced baby.
Today, it is not sunny and warm. We snuggle in front of a window watching huge snowflakes fall and singing silly songs.

One year ago, I wore stretchy pants because that's all that fit.
Today, I wear stretchy pants so I can easily sit indian style on the floor to play games and puzzles and blocks. (and let's be honest... they still fit better than my skinnny jeans... even a year later)

One year ago, I was exhausted and overwhelmed after giving birth.
Today, I am exhausted after Leah's First Birthday Bash and overwhelmed by the love, support and wishes of our amazing family and friends. (*details & pictures of her darling party coming soon!)

One year ago, a group of my most favorite girls in the world brought dinner to us.
Today, I wonder what the heck we are going to eat for dinner.

One year ago, I was in panicked disbelief thinking that things seemed too good to be true.
Today, I am ridiculously humbled that things really are this good.

One year ago, I felt so lucky and blessed.
Today, I feel even luckier and more blessed than I ever thought possible!!