Letter to your 2nd birthday

Dearest Boyenggay,

Exactly two years ago, I was scheduled for my prenatal checkup that my OB told me you are about to go out. I was 4cm dilated; you were 36 weeks and 2 days old fetus. At 12pm to 8pm at the delivery room and from 8pm to 845pm at the operating room – I felt NO PAIN. I have prayed hard to God to at least relieve me of any labor pains, and deliver you to be healthy. How could I ask for more? You are one healthy baby girl and God gave me the easiest pregnancy and delivery ever!

Now that you always tease mommy of ‘sugat’ (wound) at my tummy I would always tell you, that’s where you came from! In a swift your reply would be a modest laugh – smiling widely with your hands in your mouth. You would not understand much now but I know later you will. You came through my tummy, but most especially from my heart. I have wished for you… I have asked the Heavens for you. You are my most precious. You are God’s greatest gift to me!

I love you more than you ever know baby. Happy 2nd Birthday!