You are twelve years old today! Our little baby Lou Lou. Our Katie Lou.
Twelve years ago at 5:23AM, you came into this world, making noise and jolting me into the reality that there was more to life than taking care of myself. I was now responsible for all 7 pounds 12 oz of you.
I never knew I could feel so much for somebody as I did and do every day for you. I thank God every day for the opportunity to watch you grow from those first little unsteady steps, to today, running and growing into a beautiful, smart and capable young woman.
Firstborn children usually have to bear the burden of being the "practice kid." I know I have made many mistakes while raising you, but I hope through it all you have gotten the message that you are loved, that my love for you cannot be measured.
It is my wish that you grow feeling confident and true to yourself, that you remember to love everyone and take full advantage of all the opportunities God has put in your path.
I LOVE YOU!MAMI
2 comments:
In that first baby picture, she looks so much like her current self it's uncanny! So cute.
Kristen just pointed out that she was born at 5:23 on 5/23. How cool is that?!
Happy Birthday to her from Kristen (who is sitting right next to me) and me both!!
I remember those days like it was yesterday!! It is sad how fast those girls have to grow up. Rachelle is 12 in July : (
Donna
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