at this time, maybe you don't know it yet but you are so blessed. every single day, from the time that you were born until now that you have just turned one, you were blessed by God with good health. we thank God unceasingly for making you a healthy, happy baby. through you, papa and i were able to experience the beauty of life... through you, we were able to bring out the best persons in us... through you, our love was further strengthened. through you, we feel so blessed.
now it makes me sad how time has flown so fast. little by little you can do things on your own, like holding your bottle, sleeping on your own or even scramble down on the floor to try walking. i silently wish for the time when i used to lull you to sleep, and the mere sound of my heartbeat makes you fall asleep. now it seems that you have grown up too fast that you almost want to explore and do things by yourself. i know that's all part of growing up but maybe it's just the mom in me that makes me feel insecure with your new-found independence. 
but my greatest consolation is to see your face lit up each time you see me walk through the door after a day's work. it gives me unexplainable joy whenever you give me your sweetest smile, as if saying you missed me soo much! that's why i look forward to going home each day, and to see that chinky-eyed smile...
my dear son, remember that papa and mama love you soo much- more than the stars in the sky, more than words could ever say. without you, our life will be incomplete. without you, we can never experience life's greatest blessing.
