It's your 7th birthday and I have the best memories of you, my firstborn. Dad and I were married and a few short weeks later we were pregnant with you. You couldn't wait to join our family and even became one of the 5% of babies born on their due date.
Life was pretty simple back then. We rented a duplex and I had all the time in the world to get your room ready. You had the cutest nursery and I remember putting my feet up on spring break the week before you were born and feeling at peace. Anxious but ready for your arrival.
It was just the three of us for a long while. Your 2nd birthday was the start of the pandemic so we were together even more. We played, went on walks, danced and read so many books.
Then we moved to our bigger house and your brother came. Life became a little more chaotic and not all about you. I cried thinking of leaving you to give birth. You had never spent the night away from me. Of course you were fine and I always remind myself a sibling is the best gift I could give you. His nursery was cute but not quite as put together. He didn't seem to notice. You two are thick as thieves now and always up to some kind of trouble.
A few years later your other brother came. Now things got really crazy but you knew the drill and now that you're older you seem to understand your big brother role a little more. Your brothers look up to you already and for good reason. Your last little brother doesn't even have a nursery. He doesn't seem to mind either. You call him 'our baby' and he obviously loves when you tickle him and hold him proudly.
Our family is complete but I have the sweetest memories of our little house and you and quiet naptimes where I got to hold you close with no interruptions. I watched every episode of Friends on my maternity leave with you in my arms. Watching your dad become the best dad has been the biggest blessing.
Whenever I think of those times at our old house it's such a good reminder to slow down. I blinked and you are seven and someday us five in this house, together, will be another memory that I wish I could relive. Thanks for making me a momma and for choosing us to be your home ♥️ Happy Birthday, we love you 🎂