Sunday, June 16, 2013

Happy Birthday, Keira.

Keira,

You're 2 today...and your Daddy and I couldn't be more proud of you!  Over these past two years, you've been a tremendous joy to us - lighting up every room you enter and the hearts of everyone who sees you.

You're so darling, that strangers often feel like they know you and speak to you - regardless of who or where they are.  Honestly, you are so patient with them and us, as we direct you to say, "Hello," and, "Thank you," as you're complimented.  We are often humbled by your patient and sweet spirit.

Your Daddy and I love you so much, but we also like you.  It's been so fun these past months as you've become more verbal - just to sit and talk to you.  We want so badly to know you...to know your thoughts, ideas, and observations...and love that you're better able to share those things with us now.  You see everything, and are generally conscientious enough to share with tact and grace...yes, even at 2 years old.

You're silly and fun - love to eat treats, dance, play, and interact with your friends and family.  If only we could figure out how to get you to sleep!  You're so darned balanced in your ability and desire to be around others AND your ability to play by yourself - that when you get in bed, it takes you FOREVER to fall asleep.  If only you didn't like your Big Girl Bed so darned much.

We don't know what we did before God gave you to our family.  You're such a blessing and breath of fresh air to us.  In the next couple of weeks, you're going to be a big sister - and we know already how great you're going to be!  Your baby sister is a lucky girl to have you...undoubtedly to love her, kiss her, and take care of her like you do to me and Daddy, and all of your Baby Dolls and guys.

Smart, beautiful, fun, and so kind.  We're truly proud of you - you're a delight to us.

Happy Birthday, Keira.
Love you -
Mama