Dad and Monster

Dear Monster, 

   I always knew you would have an amazing Daddy, I just didn't realize HOW amazing. I hope, with every particle of my being, that someday you will be able look passed all of the tough lessons that your Dad will have to teach you and all of the things that he will encourage you do (even though you think they're ridiculous) and appreciate what an honorable, kind, and generally good man he is. I hope that you want to be just like him some day.

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Hello readers and Happy St. Patrick's Day! In honor of this lovely Irish holiday, my post will be in GREEN! Woo! Tonight I will be ATTEMPTING to make my husband one of his favorite Irish dishes for dinner! I'll let you know how it goes. It could, very easily, become a disaster. ha ha ha.

Speaking of my wonderful husband, I thought I'd let you know a little bit about him and how great he is. *Insert cheesy grin here* 

I love the concept of seeing something in a brand new light. Whether it's a decorative lamp that just needed a little something something and now it just MAKES the room, a car that looks brand new and amazing after you do a little vacuuming and some Armor All, or a person who is put into a different position and shines like a brand new penny. I just love seeing people or things bloom into something greater than ever before. I have been lucky enough to watch this process in my husband. I've been able to watch him go from a nervous boyfriend to a confident fiance to an attentive husband. All of these steps and progressions were so much fun! He's not one to change who he is but he adapts his personality and morals to new situations like a champ. Recently, I have been able to watch him become the most awe-inspiring father in the world! I count my blessings everyday that my husband has this capability in him, that he so naturally turned this "kick ass Dad" switch on and he just thrives in his new roll. I am one lucky Momma. I know he could have just as easily become negligent or resentful of Liam and I. He definitely had the opportunities. Between the bed rest, the specialists, my hospital stay, Liam's hospital stay, and everything else that comes with having a tiny monster take over your life, Sean has had his hands full. But instead of fighting with me and running the other direction, my husband works harder, does more, and asks for less. I don't know where his giant reserves of patience, understanding, and energy in general come from but I know I would not have made it this far without him. So, here's to all of the significant others out there that have been a real partner, a real team member, a real support system, and a real friend through some of the hardest times. *CHEERS*

Super Pregnant and on hospitalized bed rest. Bleh.

First time holding his baby boy

Little hand

Kangaroo Care

Try to ignore the pink/purple hat lol The nurses said it was the smallest they had.

First Bath!

First time with Dad and the bottle.

Calming down for Daddy.

First day at home.

Family love. <3

Chomping on Dad's fingers.

First time in our Jeep carrier!

Matching Daddy with his long sleeves.

Happy Birthday Daddy!

Climbing Dad

Figuring out how to giggle.

Learning about his bottle.

Daddy and Monster

Dancing with dad.

It's strange to look back on the pictures of Liam's first few months of life. Looking at him now it's almost impossible to imagine him being so small. He could barely wrap his hand around Dad's finger! I love sorting through all of the pictures of Sean and Liam. Everyday Liam looks more like his Daddy and I can't wait to be the observer of so many precious Daddy and Monster moments as our lives go on and we grow. I have a pretty awesome little family here. :)

Do you have anyone in your life that you've gotten to observe as they made a major life change? Did you recently revamp something in your life? Tell me your story!

*Side Note: Sorry for the lack of posts lately readers. This was my first week back to work full-time! Pretty intense week. I'm working on a better time management regimen so, hopefully, posts will increase here shortly! Thanks for being so patient and loyal!