Nov 6, 2012

Just before his bath.

He is fluffy, & sweet & we're getting to love each other more & more these days. Admittedly, I love him more especially now that I know that I'm his favorite, although that's a blessing & a curse, of course. But really, there's something sweet about being recognized, & I feel like that takes a few weeks to really happen. 

I don't make easy babies, but as I told my friend Amy the other day, I think that those hard early days - the sleepless nights, the long days, the physical pain, the various forms of personal sacrifice - I think those are the experiences that turn you into a mother. As much as I could wish some of them away, I know I'm better having gone through them.
 

9 comments:

Unknown said...

Does this mean it's getting ever so incrementally easier or more rewarding? I majorly look forward to some sort of smiling or cooing or something!

Adorable photos as always.

Jill said...

He is so cute, and I love seeing his belly get bigger. He definitely has his own look, brothers, but he is his own little man.

Amy said...

This West is so precious...I actually think he has a very different look than Quinn. I think I will always remember your comment about those long nights making you into a mother. There really is nothing more special in life than being a mom, having a little baby completely dependent on you. It is such an unselfish act to be a mother, yet amazing how much it gives the momma in return. Gushing here...:)

erin said...

he grew up in a week. a smile?! so darling.

Kylie Whiting said...

growing up! so cute west.

Jill said...

he seriously looks like a different baby than last week. and i can tell he loves me.

Elizabeth said...

you sure make beautiful babies. Thats what matters.

Meg said...

Those last two? Mini Kathryn. He is your son, for sure.

Corinne said...

He does look like you. Really. Though I'm not sure why it matters. It's not like Mike is a bad looking guy...