Dear Baby


Dear Baby,

Today is your due date!  Can you believe it?  You have been busy growing, developing, and chunking up for the last 40 weeks!  And you must be very comfortable in there because you are showing no signs of wanting to make your debut any time soon.  But that's ok.  I know I will get to meet you so very soon and in the meantime, we get to share secrets, like when you decide to stretch and kick or when I want to sing you a little song.  Only the two of us know...and that makes me smile.  

Of course, I can't wait to actually "meet" you.  We gotten to know each other so well over the past 10 months, but I have no idea what you look like.  What color will your eyes be?  Will you have lots of hair?  Will you get your dad's ears?  Also, what kind of boy will you be?  Your dad jokes that you'll be a quiet little bookworm, but if you're anything like your dad, you will be outgoing, energetic and I'm guessing pretty hyper!  ;)  

I wonder what sports you'll love to play and how you'll do in school.  Will you love to build legos like your dad or will you like to read and draw like me?  Who will be your favorite super hero and will you wear a cape like your dad did when he was little?


I hope I can be the mom that you like to hang out with and share secrets with.  The kind of mom who lets you play in the mud and catch frogs.  And maybe scuff a knee or two after you've learned to ride your bike.  The kind of mom that makes good school lunches and lets you stay up late every now and then!  The kind of mom you still like to cuddle with at the end of the day and share your adventures with while you're young and old.

I can't wait to share your first Christmas and first birthday and create traditions over the years that make you excited about passing them along to your children one day.  I can't wait to pin your boutonniere for your first dance, cheer for you in the stands as you make your first goal/homerun/touchdown {whatever your sport of choice may be}, and hear about your first crush!  There's so much I can't wait to learn about you and I hope I'm the kind of mom that you allows you to explore, discover, and learn along the way.  


One thing I know for sure is that you'll have the kindest heart, just like your dad.  You have so many people around you that love you to pieces already and you'll get to grow up in one of the most beautiful areas in the world...Lake Tahoe!  How lucky are you?

So even though you must be super comfy in there...and even though you might want to stay put for a little while longer, we really can't wait for the moment you decide to make your first appearance so we can hold you in our arms and give you your first kiss.  I honestly cannot believe your dad and I made you and that we get to keep you once you get here.  And we vow to be the very best parents you can have and love you to no end.  So get ready for the ride ahead little guy...we're going to have a lot of fun together!  Now we just need you to show up!

All my Love,

Mom

75 comments :

  1. This brought tears to my eyes Natasha! Your letter to your baby boy is so perfect, sweet, and loving. I can't wait for you to meet your little guy!

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  2. So sweet, Natasha! Your little guy is going to be so lucky to have you as his mom!

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  3. This made me teary! This is so sweet, I have no doubt that you two are going to make incredible parents. Your little boy is so lucky! So excited for his debut!

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  4. This is THE SWEETEST post ever! I can only imagine how excited and anxious you must be!

    Love that picture of you! :)

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  5. Oh my goodness this is the sweetest letter Natasha! :) Make sure to print it out for him and give it to him later. He is a lucky little boy to have such a wonderful mommy! {Eagerly awaiting to hear the news!} :)

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  6. I have the chills. Definite chills. SO adorable and precious<3 have a safe delivery Natasha, I will be thinking of you!!

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  7. Aaaaaand I am crying. That was the sweetest post ever!

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  8. Any day now! I've been following your whole journey and can't wait to "meet" the little guy on the blog!

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  9. oh my goodness, that photo is gorgeous! I love the beach in the background and your dress is perfection! What a sweet post :)

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  10. Ahhh I just cried!!! So beautifully put!!! Wishing you the easiest of deliveries when he decides to make his debut!!! xoxo!

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  11. Best of luck! I can't wait to read about when your little man is here. I have 4 weeks left myself until I find out all about our new one too!

    http://www.shemmyshemmyshakeshake.com/

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  12. I still cannot get over how beautiful your pictures are! You are too sweet in this letter. He's one lucky little boy!! Best wishes for a smooth delivery, and we are all looking forward to seeing what he looks like too. :)

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  13. Ahhh this post made me tear up...so sweet! And so awesome that you'll be able to look back and remember just how you were feeling today :) Your little guy is definitely lucky to be coming in to such a wonderful family! xoxo

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  14. You have all of us in the blogosphere tearing up. You're adorable Natasha and are already an incredible mommy!

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  15. Aww. I can't believe it's your due date already! How exciting.

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  16. praying for a healthy & happy delivery, natasha :) thanks for sharing your journey with us. i can't wait to 'meet' your little man soon! xo

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  17. So sweet. I am so excited for you and ryan!

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  18. this is so sweet Natasha! He will be one loved little man! We can't wait to meet him either! Lots of love and prayers your way! xo

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  19. Nothing like a good cry first thing in the morning, right? (c: So very sweet...and I'm pretty sure he's getting a super awesome mommy (c:

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  20. Good luck! I remember what that felt to be on your due date with no signs of labor - he will be in your arms soon enough :)

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  21. yep, crying too.

    Praying for a smooth and safe delivery! I can hardly wait for the first photo to surface your blog/twitter.

    Best wishes for mommy, daddy and baby!!! xo

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  22. This is the sweetest letter! You will be such a great mom! Good luck I hope you have a smooth, safe delivery....SOON!

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  23. Ahhh fingers crossed that he comes out happy and healthy, and with a mom like you I have no doubt! Good luck and I'll pray for the best for you all today!

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  24. Such a sweet post :) So excited for you guys - you're about to embark on the journey of a lifetime {literally!}

    xxx
    Jenna

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  25. Great post!!! So excited for you - can't wait to see pictures! :)

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  26. tears! my due date is Monday :) and i couldn't have chosen more perfect words to describe how i'm feeling right now! thank you for sharing and good luck

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  27. Love - Mom !!! You two are going to be the best parents ever!! xoxo

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  28. Such an unbelievably sweet letter to your son. He is so very lucky to have such wonderful parents!!
    Best of luck!!

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  29. Aww what a sweet letter to your little boy! Hoping for a smooth and healthy delivery (soon!) ;-)

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  30. So so sweet! He will be here so soon!!

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  31. This is so sweet...brings tears to my eyes (us pregnant ladies are so emotional, huh?) :). Good luck with your remaining time being pregnant - can't wait to see your little guy! Hope you are still feeling well!

    xo,
    Brooke

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  32. Awww this made me tear up! So beautiful Sweetie! Best of luck to you!!!
    xoxo, Sarah

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  33. This was so beautiful...I teared up too! You should definitely print this out and keep it in a book so he can read it when he gets older :) I hope he's here soon! I'm guessing before the weekend!

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  34. This made me cry! So so sweet...I can't wait to see pictures - enjoy every moment of meeting your son for the first time :)

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  35. Thank you for sharing this experience with us!

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  36. So precious, Natasha! Best of luck to all of you!! I know the blog world can't wait to 'meet' him!!

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  37. Wow - chills and on the verge of tears over here. You are going to be an absolute wonderful mother! I will be thinking and saying prayers for you and your family!

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  38. I wish you the best and a smooth delivery. Super sweet letter! I am sure you are going to be a great mommy!

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  39. I am crying reading this!!!! How special for you to experience this time just you two! You have been in my thoughts for a healthy & easy pregnancy and now for a healthy baby and easy labor! :)

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  40. Oh I love this! Too cute! You are going to be the best mom. I can't wait for him to get here, either. I look forward to seeing the post or the tweet that says, "He's here!" :)

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  41. eeeekkk! such a sweet letter to little man...keep doing those lunges, eat pineapple, and let us know when he decides to arrive!!

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  42. Such a sweet post! It made me remember those last days of pregnancy with both my boys. Wishing you all the best and big congrats!

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  43. Such a sweet post and something you need to always hold on to.

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  44. This was so sweet and brought tears to my eyes. While I have never met you in person, knowing you through your blog makes me certain you will be a wonderful Mother. You look gorgeous in your maternity photo as well! Can't wait for you both to hold your little angel!

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  45. Such a beautiful heart felt post. You are going to be an amazing mother.

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  46. this is soooo sweet! it brought tears to my eyes! best wishes for a smooth delivery! {and soon too!}

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  47. Such a sweet letter...it brought tears to my eyes. i am 35 weeks along with my 3rd baby and you captured all the beauty and emotion that women feel while pregnant and hope for their children. i wish you all the best with you delivery and i pray he comes soon {for your sake}. any names picked out? adorable blog btw! - jessica

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  48. uhm so I am crying my face off. You will get to meet your little one so soon, I am beyond excited for you guys. I'll be thinking of you all for the next while xoxo

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  49. So sweet- how fun that he'll get to read these someday!! Thinking about you :)

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  50. So so sweet!! Print it out and keep it for him. Maybe even frame it. :) You both will be wonderful parents!!
    xo, Robin

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  51. This letter absolutely warmed my heart! I'm so excited for you and what is to come! You are going to be such a stellar mother...and your baby is super lucky. Hang in the doll! The last few days are the worst :)

    Chelsea
    www.hautechildinthecity.com

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  52. Your post brought tears to my eyes - a very sweet and heart warming post! It is a very exciting time right now in your's and your husband's life and I will be thinking good thoughts for you and the soon-to-arrive little one. And my fingers crossed for a short and sweet delivery (and not a lot of pain)! :)

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  53. Well I'm a complete blubbering mess now, ha! What a beautiful letter to your little babe. He is truly blessed to have a mommy and daddy that already love him so much :)

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  54. Beautiful post Natasha; you are going to be the most amazing Mum and your bub is going to be one lucky kid to have such incredible parents.I hope he makes his debut soon! xx

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  55. That picture of you is just sooo soo beautiful, same as this post, so sweet!

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  56. So heartfelt! I can't wait to see the blog post that the baby has arrived!

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  57. hey love. I just wanted to say thank you so much for the super sweet comment on my wedding post. You totally made my day and I really appreciate it. xo

    www.fashboulevard.blogspot.com

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  58. I wish you all the best! Waiting for the first picture of him :)

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  59. What a sweet post... I hope he comes sooner than later!!! ;) xoxo A-

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  60. So so sweet!! Baby boy schue is one lucky little man. :) I know you guys are so ready to meet him.

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  61. LOVE this! ahh, almost bought a tear to my eye. i'm excited, so i can't imagine how you must feel! come on baby boy, we all want to meet you! xx

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  62. Thinking about you guys and hoping you get to meet him soon!!

    Jayme & Mendi @ Her Late Night Cravings

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  63. Beautiful letter sweet girl! Baby Schue is so lucky to have you as his Mom! I can already tell you are going to be an excellent mom!

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  64. I'm seriously crying. This is so very sweet, you are going to be the most amazing mother! xo

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  65. This was a sweet post...you can tell you will be an amazing mom! Enjoy every moment left of your special pregnancy, every minute of your labor and delivery and cherish the little bundle of joy when he arrives!

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  66. Tears, tears and more tears all over my desk after reading that, Natasha!!! You and Ryan are going to be such amazing parents, and that little guy is already sooo lucky to have you both! Good luck these last few days... so much love to you three xoxo

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  67. Melt my heart. I love this letter. I can't wait for your little guy to get here! Thinking of you! Hurry up baby!

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  68. This was the sweetest little text! I hope baby Schue is coming soon.. Enjoy those last few moments with just the 2 of you!

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  69. CRYING.AT.MY.DESK.

    xoxox-
    Sabrina

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  70. oh my gosh. I am seriousily sitting here crying. My mom is like "what's wrong with you!?". I am so incredibly happy for you and this is the sweetest little love note ever. Makes me so excited for whenever that day comes when I will be blessed with a little one. Congratulations to you Natasha, and I can't wait to see him!!!

    all my love,
    xoxo

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