Happy 5th Birthday Baby Girl!

Wow, the years have really flown by... I cannot believe that my daughter is 5 years old. I still remember the day that she was delivered into this world, I still remember the doctors telling me not to expect to hear her cry. I remember seeing her tiny little body and how small she was. I remember waiting almost three weeks until I could hold her for the first time. I remember her very first smile, and what first made her angry. I remember everything about my baby girl, leading up to this big day, and today will be a day that I will never forget. I hang on to every moment, every memory, every second spent with her, because she wasn't supposed to be here. She fought and lived. I will always remember that.

Year 1

Year 2

Year 3

Year 4

and now she's FIVE!!!

Dear Baby Girl,

Four sure was a wild ride! We had so much fun and I can hardly wait to see what you discover new this year. You're growing up so fast and it seems as if I blink I miss something cool or important you've done. I wish I could stop time and keep you this size forever, but instead, I'll just cherish every moment we are together, I'll be there laugh with you and when you are hurting I'll be there to console you. You're such a sweet girl with a big heart, you're creative and your smile is amazing, life with you is the best and I am truly blessed to be able to call you my daughter and to be a part of your life. I love you more than you know!

xoxo,

Mom