Dear Sage at 1 month |

Dear Sage at 1 month

by elizabeth on June 4, 2012

Dear Sage,

You have been with us just a few short weeks but have enhanced our life in the most beautiful way. The first few days were spent holding and gazing at you. Touching your feet, your tiny hands, your beautiful face, as if we were checking to see if you were real. As the days passed we ventured outside, on walks, on car rides, trips to the pediatrician, midwife, grocery store, etc. While you are still so new to this world there are a few glimmers of your personality that you have shared with us. You have a very peaceful look behind your gorgeous almond eyes as you process all the new sights and sounds surrounding you. You love the water. Your Daddy and I adore getting in the big tub resting you on our legs and floating you about in the deep water. The minute we lower your body into the warm bath you become so serene and thoughtful. However, the minute we lift your body from the bath and place you in a towel, you tense up and let out a heartbreaking cry. You like the shower and don’t mind the water splashing your face and body. If it were up to you I think you would grow gills and stay there. Fine with us. We hope it means you will love the water as much as we do. You are a good sleeper. At night you are very sweet, hardly needing to be burped before falling back into a deep slumber. You sleep right between us on a pillow so we are lulled to sleep by your sweet coos and gentle breathing, sometimes you snore and that makes us laugh. The daytime is a little trickier as that seems to be the time you have more gas and need a little extra care when falling asleep. You mostly like riding in the car but if you are trying to fall asleep in your car seat and we come to a stoplight, you whimper. If the stoplight stays red too long, you start to cry. The car has magical powers but only if it’s moving. Your Daddy has magical powers too. He is very good at calming you when you are upset. I think you sense how calm he is and it helps you to let go of your frustration and soften onto his shoulder. You love the outdoors. When you are struggling during the day, we take you outside. The breeze on your face, the sounds of the neighborhood, and the sunshine usually settle you right down. Your Daddy likes to show you the plants and flowers on the street and you gaze at them as if you already appreciate their beauty. I like putting you in your carrier and taking you on walks so you can say goodnight to the Ocean. It’s a nice way to settle down after a busy day and it puts you right to sleep. I love the scrunched up face you make when you begin to eat, and the way your cheeks bob up and down while you settle into a meal. Sage we are entranced and overwhelmed by our love for you. Thank you for this first month. We love you.