Nine

nine months ago we'd only just met.

nine months ago his eyes were barely open.

he didn't know who i was, and i didn't know him either,

but now i know so much more about this amazing little boy...

i know he loves books.

he whines when he's hungry, and smacks when he eats.

he is a rough and tumble kid, and loves to be hung upside down.

he gives big slobbery open-mouthed kisses.

he tries to climb me when he's tired, but hates to have naps.

his giggle is the best sound i have ever heard.

he's strong, and heavy. and my hair will attest to the strength of his grip.

his fingernails grow faster than i can cut them.

he likes to walk while you hold him up, and is a wikid fast crawler.

he likes to make noise, mostly by yelling. singing perhaps?

i know he likes food and toys and the hannah dog.

and i know he lights up so many lives.