Resurection

Dear Luisa,

Today, I am 32 weeks pregnant with your brother. I realized that I needed to tell you about this time in a letter because you are so fascinating to me. You are growing up to be the sweetest girl I could have ever imagined and I can't wait to see you as a big sister.

You are very sensitive and sometimes I worry about that, but for the most part, it makes you so sweet. You have me figured out and know that with the bottom lip out and a "you made me really sad mama" you can bring tears to my eyes in a heart beat. It doesn't happen that often, but if I scold you or get angry with you, I know it is coming. It is heartbreaking, worse even for your father.

The other day, I was laughing, but I put my hands over my face and you thought I was sad. You came running over telling me "it's okay mama" and hugging me and putting your little hands on my cheeks. You have great concern for people and their feelings. You have such a big heart and you show empathy which I can't believe is possible at such a young age. It is truly amazing to watch you grow.

You are so excited for your brother. You talk to him and tell him that you want to play with him, You have a blanket for him that you sleep with every night and you are constantly trying to put his clothes on your babies. You're very maternal and I know you will be a big help, as long as I can channel your maternal energy!

Friday morning when we woke up, you wanted to play with your barn. "Play wis me, mama!" you said over and over again. Knowing I would be late, I sat down to play wis you because I can't stand not to. I know there will come a day when it will be me begging you to play with me.

I love you and your stinky little feet to the moon and back and I am so proud of you.

Love, Mama