Dear Leslie,
Congratulations on the
soon-to-happen arrival of your beautiful baby boy. There is nothing quite
so amazing and miraculous as the birth of a baby. I am thrilled for you
and Jesse as you embark on this journey of parenthood. I have loved my time
being the mother to our five children. I have grown so much in this time
and have found joys that I did not realize were waiting for me. I have
learned, and continue to learn, to relax and to just love each of my kids for
who they are while also helping them to be their best selves. I have learned
that it is a wonderful thing to love their beautiful imperfections, joy in
their accomplishments, and be a giver of hope. Trust yourself, have confidence
in your abilities, and be kind to yourself as you learn this beautiful new job
of yours. Never forget about the power of humor. Lean on the Lord; pray
for strength and inspiration. Enjoy the many sweet moments during this
busy time in your life. I have a cousin that once said about motherhood,
"You give and give until you can't give any more...and then you give some
more." I have thought of this quote often--and it makes me giggle
and sigh at the same time. Deep breath! It's your time to begin
this most-wonderful adventure of motherhood.
Much Love and Well
Wishes!!
Aunt Eileen Thomas
(This
picture is of baby cousin Allison Thomas Gunn, her great-grandmother, and
mother--me.)
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