My words for Grayson...

At our last scrapbook night, a friend who is completely faithful to blogging said she is motivated to do so as a journal of sorts for her son. In a way, it is a gift for him to capure his experiences, as well as what his mom was thinking as he grows. I liked the thought, and along with the notes in the baby book I have written, I am happy to have at least given Grayson some of my thoughts and memories.
This thought has stuck in my head over the past few weeks, especially with the events I've been a part of lately, and I wanted to take a minute to write my little guy a note about the things I love about him as an "almost 3-year-old"...

I love your smile, and how it lights up your face and warms my heart, no matter how naughty you've been. :) I love it when you climb into bed at 5 AM, and snuggle your cold little toes beneath my own.

I love watching you understand something for the first time.

I love giving you new experiences and words to shape the world around you.

I love it when you tell me that you want to do something "in a little bit" or "in a minute".
I love it when you ask me to "lay with me a little bit longer, Mommy."
I love the way you say "Mooommm" when you are tired or need a cuddle.
I love it when you say "I love you, Mommy".
I love it when your face lights up and you run to me when I pick you up from daycare each day.
I love how you admire your daddy, and want to be just like him.
I love to sing to you at bedtime, and hope you let me have this magical moment with you for many more years.
I love how you help me to remember to be patient and polite, no matter if it is hard for you to do so. :)
I love being your mommy!