@12.nkelley: the day before you turn one. everyone talks about how fast it goes, but nothing prepares you for it. for 365 days, I've watched you become more of yourself with every smile, every milestone, every new little piece of who you're meant to be. and while I've loved every version of you, each new one means saying goodbye to the one before. the newborn who fit on my chest. the tiny baby who needed me for everything. the little boy who existed for only a moment before growing into someone new. watching you grow has been the greatest joy of my life. but tonight, I'm holding onto this last day of babyhood a little tighter. #motherhood #firstbirthday #mamasboy