love is...

Looking back at some early moments of you both and just noticing how you guys looked at each other before you could even talk to each other. Even now that you can talk Julia, you always look up to your brother with a smile and that is worth more than words.

Who doesn't love this guy? Dad is the fun dad and can mean business at times. (But we are both softies) You both look for him every morning and are happy when he is home. Julia, you request a family movie every night...that's just precious. I hope we still get invites to family nights years from now. 

Julia, a couple weeks ago you said you didn't want to get married because you wanted to stay with me all the time! I responded to you saying I felt the same way about my mom. I loved her and felt secure staying with my parents for a while. That is, until I met your dad. I found someone to take care of me and someone who appreciated me. We clicked and still click. We were lucky to find each other and stick with each other. It was almost too easy! I hope you are as lucky...and I hope I can do whatever it is to get you there. (I know my mom went above and beyond to let me be with your dad) I plan on doing the same. 

Jacob, we love watching you experience life. We loved each other before you were born, but really, we had no idea what love really is before you and your sister came into our life. You bring us joy and happiness especially when you share it with those around you. 

We cherish these days when we get a request to snuggle with you, tickle your hands or to read a book with you. Our new favorite thing that melts our hearts is your thirst for knowledge. Even though it's sports trivia, the questions are so thoughtful and cute. 

I love being your momma and love each and every moment I share with you. I do wish I was better at a lot of stuff. Being a mom is not an easy job; but I do know my life is all about you. I wish I could be better, but I think I'm giving you all the I have. Hopefully we can work together to keep the love going strong in our family. Because I love how it feels to LOVE you...and I love how it feels to be loved by your dad.