Seven years ago I held in my arms the someone I'd prayed for for over 10 years. And I couldn't believe she was mine. She was precious. Brad and I spent the next forty-eight hours awake. I think we each got about 15 minutes of sleep - we were running on pure adrenaline. We were over-the-moon excited to have our baby girl.
Elizabeth Jane, I marvel every year at what a sweet, tender child you are. You are compassionate beyond your years - something that many of our friends have noticed. You are definitely the Professional Big Sister and you take such good care of your younger siblings...even when they might not want you to do so. :) I love how you say, "No, I amn't" instead of "No, I'm not." I love how deep your little voice is. I love that "Holy, Holy, Holy" is one of your favorite hymns - and I remember how you used to sing it to Annie when she was a baby and would cry. I love to hear you sing "Blessed Be Your Name." I love that you are so considerate of others. I love to stand in the loft at church and watch as you play with the big girls in Care Group - but at the same time it hurts me because I see how shy you are and I know that if any of the girls would reach out to you they'd see what a good friend you are. I am thankful that you are respectful of adults. I am thankful that you love God's Word...and I am humbled by that. Happy, happy birthday, big girl! I love you with all my heart and I am so glad to be your Mommy.
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