Today our bedroom has an empty place in it where the bassinet has stood for two years now. The bassinet we bought one rainy night when we felt confident that we weren't going to lose the pregnancy. The first official purchase of two very nervous parents to be. The bassinet that cradled our two beautiful babies as infants. That kept them near me at night so that I could listen to their soft breathing as they slumbered. The bassinet from which sounds of both crying and cooing came. Norah out grew it a long time ago, and Justin has now done the same.It was a bittersweet moment as I took it down, reflecting on how far we have come, and all that has changed in the last few years. It was hard to put it away, knowing that my two infants are infants no longer, but growing up more and more each day. At the same time I am thankful that my two babies are healthy and growing.
Norah was so excited to see it out and at her level that she couldn't resist climbing into it. I quickly snapped a couple photos, then decided that we needed to do the same with Justin. He smiled happily at me having no idea why I would be both saddened and elated that he has outgrown his first bed.
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You know...the bassinet was one of the first gifts we received. I think it was my favorite. Noah stayed in that thing forever. I couldn't stand the thought of putting him in his crib...so far away. If I could've cut holes for his legs in that thing, I would've. What a huge milestone for you guys! We are storing ours in the attic...maybe Noah will be interested in it someday. :)
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