Dear Luca,
Few things make me as happy as seeing you first thing in the morning. Nowadays, I find you standing up in your crib with a big toothy smile. The teeth marks on the railing are a sign of your voraciousness and love of life.
I can hardly believe that one year has already passed. It truly does go by fast. The amount you’ve grown and developed over the past year is astounding. The fact that you point to things with intention and show a preference for different foods still blows my mind.
Tomorrow we will celebrate your birthday with your whole family. They all love you very much. Your mother and I were so excited preparing that we could hardly sleep! Make sure to give your mother a big hug. I am so happy that she is your Mom. She is the most thoughtful, caring, and loving mother to you. Never forget that.
As you grow up, you will learn that love comes in many different flavors, just like ice cream, which you can’t seem to get enough of. Life has no limit for love, and I hope as you grow up you acquire a great capacity for it.
Love for the earth beneath our feet, love for the sky above, love for the people around you, and a love of life.
Happy birthday son.
Love,
Dad