October 25

Dear Baby,

     Today was your first airplane ride! Daddy says you're really lucky because you got to swim (in my tummy) and fly at the same time! As we flew over North Carolina, you could see a myriad of colors amongst the trees; red, gold, orange, yellow and lime green. It was as if even the trees were celebrating Andria's wedding and welcoming us as we came. Once we landed, you, and I went with Megs to try and find Andria--who was taking her bridal pictures amongst the vibrant forest. We had our own little adventure trying to find the bride. As I hiked throughout the forest, I found myself singing you sweet and silly, little songs...and my heart began to swell with joy at your presence; your sheer existence.  Though I wasn't able to feel you, or hold you in my arms, I have this vivid memory of me feeling you with me. Though nothing had presently changed---the subtle reality came trickling in....you really are real...and you really are mine. And someday soon, I'll take you back to this forest and let you play amongst the leaves. I know you will enjoy them, and I can't wait to see your face light up as you do. :) 

 First Plane Ride!

 Hiking through the forest to find the bride!

North Carolina during Fall!

 Next time, we will all play in the leaves together!