Malia's 1st Birthday

Happy Birthday our wonderful baby. You are loved by so many.

Mommy is singing little Einstines to miss Malia, however, I think she is distracted by events of the day.

Grandma and Grandpa Clark with the birthday girl.

Malia's god father Bobby.

A birthday shirt we made for the bithday girl.

Photo opp with GG and Pappa. Grandma and grandpa Bray.



Mommy is reading Memas strawberry short cake card to Malia.



Aunty Rose and Kalil. Malia is pointing at the camera as if to say " you... Give that to me!"

Malia is wearing Pappa Hills hat. little clown.

Me-mas card.

Daddy bought Malia a walker. Watch her go!!!

Mema and Daddy

"Get me out of this chair"

" Okay, well if mommy is holding me... Im okay" Ohhhh Pretty!

Memas Yummy Sugar free cake.

"Why are all you people singing and looking at me.. You're creeping me out!"

Malia's new ride from Pappa and GG

Malias first year.

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Baby Mine
A special song I sing to Malia as I rocked her to sleep. I love holding her close as her little eyes stare back at me. A deep connection filled with overwelming love.


Baby Mine

Malias Time Line 12 months

Choc Hospital 2012

It’s been a week since Malia was released from the hospital. Although we are still catching up on lost hours and nights of sleep we are thankful for the health of our precious angel.

 Malia was admitted to Choc hospital early Sunday morning with a kidney infection. After a weekend of emergency room visits we were finally taken serious and getting the care she needed.

How precious life is and how grateful were are to be reminded of this gift.

It’s seems funny to think that a week earlier Brad and I were complaining about getting new cars and the size of our home when we were humbled by this experience. We may not have all the things we want but we have what we need. We have food in our bellies, a roof over our head, cars to take us places, employment to pay the bills and most importantly the love and health of our family.

I have never been so scared as that night when she was admitted to the hospital. Her tiny body succumbed to infection and pain and we felt helpless and she lay in my arms screaming in pain. To love something so much you would give anything in the world to make them feel better. I would trade places with her in a heartbeat if it meant she wouldn’t have to go through this experience. Oh Malia, how your daddy and I love you. Please never scare us like that again.

Malia is feeling better and unplugged from her IV's. She is ready to take a ride around the hospital grounds.

Mischief is already starting

Malia is ten months and the mischief is already starting. I left Malia in her room while I made her a bottle for nap time. Usually, she will follow me from room to room but I guess she was preoccupied with her toys… or so I thought. I suddenly realized she was quiet and that could only mean one thing….Trouble. I quickly headed over to her room where I found her hiding behind the door in the corner with my cell phone. Apparently, she managed to take it off the dresser while mommy wasn’t looking. I replied “ Ohhh Malia” in a slow voice. She realized she was caught and tried to conceal the phone and crawl away as fast as she could. I took that phone from her grasp and she screamed while tossing her body back in a tantrum. I couldn’t help but giggle to myself. That little stinker is smart and this is only the beginning.



Malia's silly smurk.



Pumpkin Patch 2012

 THE PUMPKIN PATCH

We took Malia to the Long Beach pumpkin patch 15 minutes away from our home. Malia was dressed in her warm and cozy halloween outfit to celebrate the arrival of fall.

Once we arrived she was in awe of all the bright pumpkins and rides. A wonderland for any 10 month old.

On your Birthday 12-7-12

 

MALIA- 1 year old

 Happy birthday my beautiful

(1) year old. It’s hard to believe this day has already come so quickly. Twelve (12) months ago, your tiny body was placed in my arms bringing a love unlike anything I have ever known. Your presence has bestowed another form of tenderness and unity in our home From the moment you were born, we realized how aware and bright you were. Such wonder and amazement shines through those intelligent eyes.

Days after your arrival, you possesed the ability to smile. Many babies that young are unable to master that motor skill until  months later. You my dear, were a incredibly happy baby from the very start.
You were ready to babble and communicate everything to us. At 3 months you were able to hold your head up. You continued to condition your neck muscles until you had mastered the ability to hold your head up without any assistance. At 5 months you began to sit up and by 6 months you were ready to sit up without back support. At 8 month you showed signs of readiness to crawl by wiggling around on the carpet. You wanted to stand up and walk. By 9 months you could crawl a crossed the room within a matter of seconds. By 9 months you were pulling yourself up on furniture and walking with assistance.  Your determination to accomplish these skills as been an inspiration to watch. By 10 months you were eating fingers foods with mommy and daddy. You're such a healthy eater. Seaweed, fish, quinioa, all sorts of veggies and green smoothies.
At 11 month you were admitted into the hospital  for a kidney infection and scared your father and I half to dealth!
 At 11 and 12 months you dance, sing and love to chase daddy around the house screaming in a high pitch voice. You have you father an I in stitches everytime you decide to gabber on a conversation and laugh at what you just said. You have learned to sign baby, dog, cracker, eat, and all done. you have also learned to shake your head in dissaproval when you dont want something.

Your daddy and I have enjoyed watching you learn and grow. You have given us a second chance to experience life again vicariously through your eyes. Every milestone and motor skill you master is  an amazement  to observe. Holidays have even more meaning now that we are able to share them with you. Nothing in our past is more important than that of our future with you. You have made our house a home and our union a family.

 Your laughter and smile are infectious, it fills our home with happiness and joy. We couldn’t imagine life without you and I cherish the moments we have been given. There is no greater reward in this life than being given the privilege of becoming your mommy. I’m grateful to celebrate this day and look forward to countless birthdays to come.

  

A Letter to My Daughter 12-7-11

A Letter to My Daughter

Dear baby- Welcome to this world. I have spent hours, days and years thinking about you. Wondering what you would look like, the type of relationship we would have ,the memories we would make together and the person you would grow up to be. While you lived save inside my belly I enjoyed feeling your kicks, turns and even your hiccups. I discovered a love unlike anything I have ever known. I finally understood what mothers spoke of when they expressed the love they had for their unborn child. An understood law of attraction which bonds mother to child.

I suddenly became worried about everything . The food I ate, the music I listened to, the temperature of the bath, the drivers in other cars, and that person smoking from yards away.  I wanted to protect you at every coast.

I loved holding my belly at night as if cuddling you.  I enjoyed talking to you on car rides, describing my day and how I excited I was to meet you face to face.

I counted the days, nights and minutes until your arrival. It seemed like eternity in waiting for you but it was worth it.

On December 6’ 2011 at 3:00 pm I started having contractions. Your daddy and I decided to take a walk in hopes to assist the progression. Later that night as the contractions continued we left for the hospital. Everything became surreal  as we waited for the hour upon your arrival.

On December 7, 2011 at 5:51 am we welcomed you into this world. The sunrays broke through the morning sky to welcome a new day, a new life and a new journey.  Your eyes beamed with life and a knowledge far beyond your years.

The doctor placed your tiny 6 pound pink body on mine and sealed this bond forever.Finally, you were here and more beautiful than I ever imagined. So perfect in every way.Our heavenly father sent down an angel that day, he gave me you.  I was overcome by love and gratitude for the opportunity to become your mother. A blessing to never take for granted.

My beautiful baby girl Malia Leilani Mebust, I promise to protect you from harm and keep you safe. I will provide for you and always put your needs before my own. I promise to guide and teach you about life, love and truth. To raise you to the best of my abilities. To never give up on you and show unconditional love. Thank you for choosing me, now our journey begins.

Give and Take?

 True love is putting another’s needs before your own. Love isn’t about restrictions or limitations. Love is about trust, respect and thoughtfulness. 

Love is compassion and the working towards the better. It’s about growing, compromise and remembering the positive in times of turmoil.

Materity photos MALIA LEILANI MEBUST