Happy 2nd birthday my darling



Dear Kunju,
Even before we knew you were born, you are two .
It was on Friday March 6th 2015 that we came to know you have sprouted inside me, our perfectly planned absolute God sent gift. From then, till now and forward , we know that you will be the most precious of everything we have.You are our life.... Our world literally revolves around you. Ever since you came up, our life has been ebullient and cheerful. From the 'paavam' new born to the naughty toddler you have evolved a lot. At times, it make me sad to realize that I can't rock you on my lap anymore,carry on my arms to let u sleep. But I have really enjoyed every phase of that. If it wasn't for you, I would not have had the scariest C-section, the yucky moringa leaves soup(it literally tasted shit), the 'netholi' curry, lots and lots of 'kurukke' (ayurvedic medicines given to women after delivery to resuscitate their health  and to feed the baby ). Though it was heart breaking to leave you and resume my work, you made it extremely comfortable for me then and now letting me pursue my career trajectories.There were days when I returned from work to realize that you seem pretty unaffected by the fact I am back or not. It may have made me guilty to leave you with Appoppa Ammumma but that way I feel you got to bond with them more. You know Kanna you are one of the luckiest to be loved by mummy and momsi  like us and letting you do all your pranks. Ammummas and Appoppas, Taasha Chechi,Ponni Amma, Prathap papa, Aadhi Chetan,Mimo chetan, Nilu uncle, Daddy, Lappi Chechi,Kannan,Unni,Kuttu chetaas ,Moni Amma, Roshini  Mummy...... endless are the list of people who loves you. I am sure you will grateful for all this love and warmth. Your drummer act, cycle race, bopping jigs, drawing skills brightens my day. Thought  naughty at home, I feel proud about your behavior when we are out, Extremely well behaved, calm and fuss free.Your innocent smile, giggles and guffaws, your wide-eyed gaze, your messy curly hair, your angry pretence, your nose crinkled grin, your gibberish parrot talks, each and everything about you makes me proud. The erratic sleep schedules and your pranks may have made me yell at you, still you hover around me cuddling and snuggling.I am thankful to you for choosing us your parents.
There are days when I feel miserable and  I fail in my own eyes as a mom. But the affection and love you pour upon me when we go to sleep everyday make me proud and haughty. Thank you for keeping me sane. Thank you for loving us and bringing levity to our loves. God bless you my darling!!!! May the good Lord help you learn and grow wiser each day and be a wonderful human being. Papa and Mama wishes you a very very happy birthday. Love you to the moon and back

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