Dear Landon,

I know I am only days, hours, maybe even minutes away from meeting you...my little peanut...and I am consumed with both joy and fear. Joy at the thought of finally getting to see your little face, holding you in my arms, and giving you kisses all day. But, I am also scared to death to have you finally be "outside" of me, where I can no longer protect you from everything and I have to share you with the world. I know that all will be okay, I can't be selfish and have you all to myself for much longer. There are SO MANY people who love you so much and cannot wait to meet you!

Your dad and I always joke around about what kind of little boy you are going to be. All I can say is Lord help us all if you are anything like your mom was when I was little. Believe it or not, I was pretty much 100% boy until I was about ten years old. Climbing trees, climbing onto roof tops, jumping from trees to roof tops, basically climbing and jumping off of everything, being knee deep in mud, water, swamps, collecting toads, grasshoppers and spiders and keeping them as pets!!! I was fearless and I am surprised I survived the blood, bumps, bruises and stitches!;) I can only hope you will be more laid back like your dad, but I have a feeling you are going to be strong-willed, hard headed and fearless like your mommy and grandma's!;)

Ever since we found out we were having a little boy I've been thinking of what kind of man you are going to be. Of course I want you to be just like your daddy and grandpa's....patient, caring, loving, hardworking-not afraid to get your hands dirty, loyal, honest, ALWAYS putting your family first and yourself last...I know that you will be and do all of these things.

Your daddy and I want you to have a strong faith. Even stronger than we do. We want you to rely on God, everyday, all throughout your life, not just when the chips are down. We want you to be open-minded, tolerant and accepting of ALL people. A good friend who is always willing to help and stand up for what is right. We already know you will be an amazing husband and father one day. Most of all we want you to ALWAYS be yourself, follow your dreams and do what you want to in life.

Oh, my little Landon, I love you so much my heart could burst. I know my life will never be the same once you are here. But, I have been waiting the past thirty years to be your mommy. Your daddy and I are so lucky that you chose us to be your parents and we cannot wait for you to get here. You are one blessed little boy who will always be surrounded by so much love!

Love,
Mommy