Naomi Irene, you are 1 year old today! We were so impatient for your arrival last year and now you've been a part of our family for an entire year already. How can it be?
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| Freshly born |
Naomi girl, our number four, you've made our family even better.
You are {mostly} peaceful and calm except when I put on your sweater.
You drink 2 bottles a day, and nurse, and eat and drink water and crawl.
You have grown up so much in 12 short months, but I'm thankful for it all.
The crying, the diapers, and the restless nights, your pinching and sharp fingernails.
Your clinginess, wanting to be held, loud shouts and the ear-piercing wails!
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| December 2017 |
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| 6 Months Old |
I'm convinced I understand a few of your words -- "dog", "more" and "up".
You like to take baths, eat the bubbles head first, and drink out of the little toy cup.
{Gross!}
You like to talk, you know your name, you took your first step this week!
I love the twinkle in your little blue eyes and I love to kiss your cheek!
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| Zoë is such a good helper. She enjoys being with you! And will sometimes hop into the pack -n-play with you to keep you happy while I finish working around the house. |
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| Looking so grown up with your bottle and headband :) |
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| Big Brother Zeke enjoys spending time with you! |
Today you're going to wear a dress and hopefully keep a bow in your hair!
We're dedicating you and Zoë at church and we want you to be aware,
your brothers and sister and Mom and Dad want to make your home a safe place
to point you to God, read about Jesus, experience love and true grace.
We promise to always do our best even when times are tough
because we want to be a family that sticks together even when things are rough.
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| Sleepy snuggles are some of my favorite! |
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| Halloween 2018 |
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| Following big sister across the bridge! |
So on your first birthday, enjoy all the attention, your first donut and chocolate cupcake.
We hope you love your gifts and cards, balloon, and make no mistake...
that you were hoped for and you are loved and with each passing day,
we look forward to knowing who you are and helping you along your way!
Love, Mommy
1 comment:
Love, hugs and kisses to Naomi on her first birthday! You were a blessing to be around on this special day, and always will be. Love, Mimi
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