lessons from the first year of being a mom

• Sleep is optional. No really, you can get by on next to nothing. Just don't expect to be in tip-top shape. Or look it. Or have your home look it. 
• This too shall pass. And all too quickly, if I may add. 
• After *finally* getting the baby to sleep, you will miss him. 
• Don't ever even think "Wow, glad my kid doesn't do that!" Because your kid will. Like, next week. 
• Never say never. Seriously. 
• When you think you couldn't possibly love someone more, just wait and see how you feel tomorrow. 
• Days can be looooooong, but the year is so short.