i cannot believe our little sissy is already a year old! i have to admit, it's bitter sweet. on the one hand, i love that she is turning into such a "big girl" and can play with lukey and is really beginning to have her own opinions about things, and just watching her little personality come to life. but, then i look at her and think where did my little baby go? i still love our snuggle time, i think she will always be a cuddly kid, but her diapers are getting bigger, her breath is getting a little stinky at times, and she can throw down the sass with the best of them.

but, really, what a blessing to have two healthy, wonderful children that call me mom. i feel so lucky to have them in my life and to be a witness to the beautiful relationship that is growing between them.

so without further adieu...

happy birthday to you,
happy birthday to you,
happy birthday to sis-sy,
happy birthday to you.

p.s. - i promise to start calling you "olivia" now that you are a big girl.

i love you!

waiting on c-section


day one






home from the hospital