

This morning I went in to wake Oliver up for school. I crawled into his too-tiny toddler bed, cuddled up behind him, and whispered “Happy Valentine’s Day sweet boy” into his ear. He turned his head, and with his hot little-boy breath in my face, murmured “I dreamed about you all night long, Mommy.” “Oh?” I…



clarita - a little watery eyes on this side…. Happy Valentine’s Day to you and your three men!
Beth - so sweet!
kate - The perfect valentine.
Leacey - Oh man, Annemie, I love it! You definitely have me tearing up over here. Little boys are the best, and yours are particularly exceptional!
megapixie - Total, shameless, tear-jerker material! But every word of it true… I actually got all teary just typing it out. And Leacey, I agree: little boys ARE the best… you’ve got some wonderful moments to look forward to!
amanda - verklempt.
Anut Lisa - Eight minutes and twenty eight seconds of pure bliss. Thank you Annemie and Matt for sharing these beautiful five years with us.