I'm Getting Sentimental in My Old Age

Lately, I find myself just watching Cole and thinking how is it possible to love someone so much? I obviously never thought that I wouldn't love him, but I didn't think it was possible to love someone so completely and so purely. It's been a very eye opening experience, and one that surprisingly has made me calmer (although my husband may disagree), more patient and more present in my own life. What more could I ask?

This time in his life must be one of rapid, radical change because in the last few weeks he's begun to say more and more words and he actually understands when I say things to him. Admittedly, I was a little nervous about this age (the toddler years) because it's an age that I know little about and therefore felt unprepared for. But, I have been pleasantly surprised with how much fun a toddler can be. Exhausting, no doubt, but equally as fun. Yes, I wish that he didn't want to lift the lid of the toilet seat up, and yes, I wish that he didn't want to constantly play with our dirty, smelly shoes. But, that aside, here is this curious, funny, smart little creature who, at just 16 months old, already has a greater mind than our former president!

I know, I know. I sound like one of those annoying, gushing mothers who thinks their child is perfect. Fortunately, I am not that far from reality. But, I am happy- and I dare say, proud- to have such a great kid. He makes me want to be a better person. And for that I am eternally grateful.