Today you are 1 year old and, for reasons I can't seem to articulate, I am sad. I am sad that my tiny baby, who was seemingly born yesterday, is no longer a tiny baby.
More than my sadness, however, I feel gratitude. I am grateful you came to join our family, I am grateful you are healthy and strong, and I am grateful you are happy and funny and oh-so-cute.
You love to dress up (everything can be turned into a necklace or a bracelet), you love balloons and Elmo and flowers and dogs and birds and trucks and kids and music and food. Your excitement over these items, and a few others, is contagious and I am reminded that simple things can make us happy.
The simple things that make me happy are your kissing noises, your hugs, your beautiful smile, your bright eyes, and your tiny dimples.
And so, when I sneak into your room to peek into your crib and watch you sleep, I will try to hold back the tears of sadness and, instead, shed tears of gratitude and happiness. Happy 1st birthday, little one.
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HAPPY BIRTHDAY ZOEY!
I love the first photo! I can totally relate to all your feelings of joy/sadness. I sneak in at night too. I used to just watch, but now I pick him up and cuddle for awhile.
Happy Birthday to Zoey! She is absolutely adorable!
It does go WAY TOO FAST! I just read a quote, "When raising children the days are long, but the years are short." I thought that was to, true.
Happy Birthday, Zoey!!! We are so grateful that we were able to celebrate early with you all and we miss you!
I tear up regularly as my boys grow older, but they become more and more fun each day (except today--I thought I was going to harm Ian). Enjoy every minute with your precious little girl. Hugs to you all!
Happy Birthday Zoey! I wish I was there to give you a big hug. I hope that you enjoyed your yummy cupcake and all your presents. We love you!
SO CUTE!!! Jilian is here with me and really wish she could play dress up with Zoey.☺
Such a cute post Dalene. She really is a doll. Time really does fly by! Enjoy it while its here.
oh Zoey that year flew by!!!! Happy belated birthday and Audrey wants you to come walk with her!
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