My dear sweet 4 year old boy . . .

My Dallas,

It seems like just yesterday you were placed in my arms for the very first time. I remember that moment because it is forever etched in my heart. I wanted you for so long and when you finally arrived I couldn't even believe how wonderful it felt and how lucky I was to become your Mama.

Now you have been a part of my life for 4 years and I can't understand where the time has gone. At times I have a hard time remembering my life without you in it. I feel like you are part of my very heart and it makes me feel so blessed. You have filled my life with more joy than you will ever know. I am so thankful you are my son. You have taught me how to be a kinder person and you make me want to strive to be the best Mama I can be. You deserve so much and more and I only hope I can be everything you need.

In the last year you have changed so much. I love to see you grow and change but a small part of me has a hard time seeing you grow up before my eyes. The time goes by so fast and I wish I could hold onto every moment and never let it go. But in the same moment I can't wait to see what each new day will bring. I can't wait to see the boy you are to become.

This year has brought on many new adventures and you have handled each one with ease. We moved to a new home, away from what you were used to and you didn't even bat an eye. You started preschool and I was so worried that you would be scared and lonely but you didn't shed one tear. I of course, cried enough for the both of us.

You are such a kind hearted boy with a gentle spirit. I hope you never lose this as you grow older. You are so loving and sweet to everyone in our family. You always give hugs and kisses and you are such a great big brother.

I am so very proud of you and love you so very much,

Mama