A Letter to Lillian Grace on the Occasion of her 3 Month Birthday

3 Months Old

Dear Lillian Grace,

Today you are 3 months old. You astound me with your progress: each day, you are more aware, more communicative, more wonderful than the day before. You love to hear me read to you — especially books that rhyme. If I read aloud while holding you, you open your eyes and look at me solemnly. You love the sound of singing; you kick your feet and smile. You love the rumble of your dad’s voice when he holds you; you snuggle into him. You have a contented sigh that you give when you fall asleep with a full tummy. You are a sweet, funny, beautiful girl and your dad and I are very proud of you.

It’s been a long journey to get here. Three months of terror and worry (and joy), but you have met each of the challenges you’ve faced in your short life. You still have a few challenges to meet before you come home, but we have no doubt that you will triumph over these as well. You have so many people rooting for you: you are a very special girl. Your dad and I love you and we are excited to see you continue to grow a little more every day.

Love,

Mom and Dad