A month ago, we were planning a party for my baby's 1st birthday... Unfortunately, due to unanticipated events (tons of lab-tests, check-ups, etc. expenses due to signs of premature labor and severe UTI plus early bed rest), we had to cancel the plans... and resort to a small celebration with neighbors and my brother. To tell you the truth, I'm quite disappointed. I feel much like an irresponsible parent who should-have, could-have done a lot better than this. I have a lot of should-haves and I blame myself. All firsts - especially birthdays- should be celebrated with a bang and I feel so sorry for my little girl. She deserves much more than this. But then, I learned my lesson well. I will make it up to her as soon as we recover from the CS delivery and other expenses this February. I'm so sorry my baby... Nanay loves you sooo much. Happy Birthday. Mwah! yana, chasing after her balloons... yana, wanting soda (which is of course, not for her)... after she had spaghetti and...
The Magic of Mommyhood...