I Loved You Before...

A year ago, I held Mia for the first time. During those first moments, I held back my emotions as I acknowledged the reality of her emotions. She was scared. Here's the blog post from that day. But you might want to read today's post first. Today, I thought I would share my book with the blogger world.

A year and a half ago, I wrote a book for Mia. We were waiting for our referral and thinking about her so many times a day. I wanted her to know what I was feeling before I knew a single fact about her. I already loved her... unconditionally.

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Here it is - my book - although, it's SO much better with all the pictures. ;-)

I Loved You Before...

For Mia - Our Thai Princess

Written by your Mom while I waited to find out who you were.

I loved you before I knew your name,

before I saw your face

and before I heard your cry.

I loved you before I felt your touch,

before I smelled your hair

and before I kissed your head.

I loved you before you cried in my arms,

before you held my hand

and before you smiled at me.

I loved you before you laughed out loud,

before you hugged me

and before you kissed me.

While you waited a world away,

I loved you with all my heart.

So far apart

So long the wait

Together now

Together forever

I loved you before you knew me.

I don't know if I'll ever be able to get my book published. But last month I discovered Pint Size Productions, a website that prints board books. I uploaded pictures, my book and now have this fabulous board book that Mia will always have. I may never be a best selling author but I have my book "published" with Mia's photos in it. It's great. I highly recommend this site for board book creations. Some quality is lost in production, but it's still pretty good. Check it out if your kiddos still tear pages.