Birthday #3

The girls celebrated birthday number three on Thursday with mom, dad, and all of their grandparents. I really can't believe they are three - it seems to be milestone between babyhood and childhood, and I've got mixed emotions about that! At one point on their birthday, I was given a card by my sweet co-worker, Trish, to celebrate my having given birth three years ago. It made me cry to think back on the joy and change that day brought into my life. These girls are so much their own beings now, and I love watching them grow up.

Dancing Queen

Mom,
I never appreciated your ultimate mom-ness until I became a mom myself. Your selfless, thoughtful, protective, encouraging, patient, awesome mom-ness. Thanks for being my mom and for taking such an active role in my children's lives. They love you as much as I do! Happy Mother's Day!

Mom E,
How lucky I am to have a second great mom! Your unconditional commitment to your family shines through every day, and my girls love having 2 awesome grammas. (You did a pretty good job with Jim, too!) Happy Mom's Day!

Paige and Skylar,
Somehow, I had no idea how strongly I would feel bound to you the moment you were born. I live for you, I think about you all the time, I cannot imagine my life without you. I want the best for you. You are amazing! My attachment to both of you only deepens with each new thing you learn, do, or say. I love talking about you and showing off pictures of you. You make me laugh, cry, and want to hug you tightly. I will never let ANYBODY mess with my girls. :-)
Mommy