There's still about a month before you're born, but it almost feels like you've been with us already. We've already set up your bed and toys and have your outfits picked out for you. You won't know it at the time, but you'll be be born right around Christmas. You'll live through many Christmases and Seasons Greetings in the future, but this holiday season will mean the most for us. This is the best present that we could ask for and the best start to a new year and new life.
You already have a fan club. You've had your picture taken more times than most stars and everyone's already excited and waiting to meet you. People have been asking about you all year-round. Many people are going to come and visit you as soon as you arrive, some literally traveling halfway around the world. Your grandparents will be here soon to join us, so you'll be surrounded by family.
You've given us quite a few scares this year, but I know that everything will turn out fine. We can already tell that you're a growing, healthy baby. Maybe you're a little shy since you always seem to be covering your face when we try to peek at you with the ultrasound. But you're not a pushover. You know what you want---if you're hungry, you're always kicking until you get fed and then you're quiet and satisfied. But other than that, you've been easy on your mother. No morning sickness, fatigue, swollen joints or other pain. She just misses her sushi and morning coffee.
Speaking of your mother, I hope that you take after her. She's beautiful and smart and assertive and the strongest person that I know. Throughout this year, she's become even more strong. She's been poked and prodded by doctors more times than ever before in her life, but she's been braver than ever. She'll help keep you safe in this world---she's already been watching over you all this year and she'll never stop. Even with only half of her genes, you'll be getting a head start on the world.
I can't wait one month. I can't wait to meet you and show you everything in the world. I can't wait to see you laugh, to pick you up the first time you fall, and to wipe away your tears. I can't wait to read stories to you, to play pretend with you, and to hear the stories of your life. I can't wait.
Love,
Your Father
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