My Baby is 9 months today.

My Lilian Zahara is officially 9 months today. Time has past by so fast. I remember when she was first born and I was a complete wreck. I was adjusting to being a new mom, adjusting to the constant breastfeeding, adjusting to the complete lack of any kind of down time, the overload of diapers, the colic. I remember thinking "I can't wait until she gets older, out of this newborn stage." Now I understand the saying "careful what you wish for." It feels like the time snuck out from under me. I know she is still a little baby, but I know she'll never be 9 months again, so I am trying my best to cherish these moments.
When I was pregnant with Lilian I wrote her a letter, telling her how much she was already loved and how much her father and I were looking forward to meeting her, and of course telling her to stay warm and cozy in my tummy as long as she needed. Then a couple of months after she was born I wrote her another letter, telling her of my love for her again; I plan on showing her these letters one day. So here is another for Lily:
Dear Lilian,
The day you were born I still remember so clearly, I remember my tears as I saw you for the first time, I remember the smell of your hair after your first bath. I remember the way I felt when I saw you, I knew I never loved anyone like that before.
Lilian, you are my pride and joy and I will do anything in my power to make sure you grow up as a healthy and happy little girl. I am excited to see you grow, knowing that we get to experience new things along the way, but it makes me want to slow things down so you will always be my little baby. Lilian, I love you with all of my heart and soul, I am beyond thankful to be your mother, thank you for being my little girl. I love you so much.

Your Mother.
In light of Lilian turning 9 months today, I'll leave you with some newborn to present pictures.