A/N: Just to clarify, this story will be told completely through letters (similar to how the original book was a story told completely through poems). I wanted to try something new, but I know it won't be everyone's preferred style (I don't really expect this story to be one of my more popular fics, and that's okay). Feedback is always welcome (positive or negative, as long as it's respectful).
Dear Little One,
Today was the day. Today, the doctor transferred three embryos into mama. We won't know for two weeks if any of them took, but I can't help but feel hopeful. Mama likes to talk about her "gut instincts," but I don't listen to my intestines. Still, I'm hopeful.
Mama is currently asleep in our bed. Even though the transfer process isn't especially hard on the body, it still takes a lot of energy out of a person. I think, more than anything, it's the stress and the nerves that are especially draining. We both want a child so badly; we want you.
I promised mama that I'd hold her hand throughout the entire procedure today, but I think she was really holding my hand. I was supposed to be supporting her, but the truth was, she's always the one holding me up. Your mama is the strongest person I know. Even when she's scared, she's always taking care of the people she loves. I don't know what I'd do without her, but I can't wait to share her with you.
It's late, but we both have tomorrow off. I brewed a pot of tea, and I'm now curled up on the swing bench on the back porch. The night is quiet, but my thoughts are loud. And my thoughts are all about you, little one.
I can't stop thinking about the person you will become. Will you be outgoing and extroverted like your mama or quiet and introverted like me? I have so many hopes for you, little one, but I know that no matter what, you will be amazing. And more importantly, no matter who you are, no matter who you become, I love you. I love you absolutely and unconditionally. And I know mama does too.
I love you, little one.
Mommy