Mary Hiller

Leslie,  

I am so excited for you and this little baby! I don’t think I have a lot of advice or things like that—I feel like I am still learning everything!!! But I do know that your life will change so much in the next couple of weeks.  

I mean obviously, your life has already changed a lot being pregnant. For one thing, there is a human being living and growing inside you. And second you already love that baby so much.  

But I am so excited for the first moment you see your baby because like the Grinch my “heart grew three sizes that day.” And in that very moment the most incredible feelings of love and joy pours into every ounce of your body.  

I think the last two and half months have been some of the most humbling, hard, and amazing months of my life. Becoming a mom is one of the biggest blessings of my life. I feel so much gratitude every day.  

I don’t know a lot—but I do know that these babies are just straight from heaven. They bring such special spirits to our homes. They light up our lives, and they bring real joy. And that is all before they start smiling at you. Then your heart just wants to burst every time they give you one of their big grins. And then there are even more exciting things ahead.  

Maverick coming into my life has helped me understand and appreciate the atonement more. I feel that everyday it is a learning experience. I love that when I have questions and concerns—I can always turn to Heavenly Father. He loves us perfectly, and He will always help us know what to do for our little babies. (Especially, when you have no idea what else to do). (Also we can always ask moms, sisters, and friends.) 

I think it can be kind of overwhelming with all the advice and counsel everyone gives you when you have a baby. There are so many things to do, but my mom always tells me—Do what works best for you and your baby. This has been the best advice for me, because it has helped me slow down and take a breath.  

So Les, do what works best for you and your baby! But I am so excited to hear all about your baby! I am so excited we are becoming moms at the same time. It is so fun! And I can’t wait to meet your little one!  

I love you so much. Thank you for being such a wonderful example to me! You have always been such a good friend, and I just am so grateful for you in my life. 

Love always,  Mary Esther Pierson