Happy first birthday to our sweet, sweet girl. One year ago today, we were waking up after a handful of hours of sleep to start getting to know the bundle of cuteness that had arrived that morning at a fashionable 2:24am. I haven't slept a full night since but I wouldn't change it for the world. My life is fuller than I ever could have imagined.
Beatrix, what a fabulous person you've blossomed into:
You're such a happy soul. Never particularly fussy and always prepared to flash a toothy smile once you've appraised the person you are dealing with.
You know what you want. I respect that.
You love to walk. Constantly. And just like your brother did, you usually are carrying something like a shoe or more recently, a Caseo keyboard. Nothing is too big or heavy for my little girl.
You love your Daddy. Always following him around with your arms stretched up, pleading to be picked up. The sound of the front door opening has you beelining to the door to see if he's home. "Daddy" is also your clearest word so far.
You are wise beyond your year. Maybe it's because you're an old soul (unlike your brother!) but I've always sensed a great deal of wisdom behind those blue eyes. It's a bit of a jedi warrior thing and you've carried it since about four months of age. Teach me.
You're big into bellies. Those of others when it comes to raspberries and your own when it comes to satisfied patting after a big meal.
You idolize your brother and are always ready to laugh at each and every one of his antics. When you two reach across to hold hands in the car, I melt a little.
Your rock star snarl is priceless. I love that you flash it when you get ice cream. We all should do that.
There's nothing you like better than a good place to sit. When you find one, you lounge back triumphantly and smile.
When you hear a tune, any tune, you just have to stop what you're doing and dance. That's a good quality in life.
It's been an amazing year with you in our family and we can't wait to see what the years ahead will bring. We are all completely in love with you and are so very lucky that you are ours. Keep on rockin it, sister. We're addicted to you.
