Summer's bounty

At this time two years ago I was in early labor.  I was preparing to transition my sweet Arlo to the outside world.  Two years later I find myself so profoundly affected by this amazing little person.  I am so very very lucky that he and I managed to somehow find each other across space and time, and choose each other for this journey.

Ben and Arlo went to the park this morning so that I could do yoga and get some work done.  This is our new routine, and I think it's divine!  Arlo came home and napped, and I had the most beautiful lunch, inspired by fresh baby lettuce and perfectly sweet tomatoes from our CSA share.  It was nourishing in every way, and I spent the greater part of my day reflecting on how truly blessed I am. 

I have taken Arlo's birthday off from work (and plan to every year) and we have plans to make a run for nature in the morning.  I want to commune with the earth on this important day, the anniversary of his birth.  In the future Arlo can tell us what he wants to do for his birthday, but for now we're feeling the draw of the mountains and the trees and the dirt and the water.

Bday present from Gramma and Grandpa Lieber

Mon petit ange, my little rapscallion prince, with great spirit, with great heart.  So many adventures await.  For now I treasure your kisses, your smiles, your snuggles, your expressions, your words, and sometimes even your tantrums.  For this too shall pass.