birthday girl

lil' c - you are ONE today! from the time you were in my tummy, i felt like you were a special gift to me from God... every child is a gift, but you came after i lost my mom and ever since i knew you were a little girl, i felt like you were put on this earth especially for me. since you've been born, you have been my delight and my joy. you are such an affectionate child.. last night, you gave me 12 kisses in a row (yes, i counted). you always manage to come over and give me a hug even on playdates and at parent ed. you squeal with delight when i sing to you and you will cuddle with me at random times. you are so loving. i feel like you will be like that for the rest of your life (or at least that's my hope). today, i can breathe a little easier, for some reason. we made it to one year. what a milestone!

thank you for being such a beautiful, wonderful soul. i treasure every day with you, my love..