4 years ago...

...at 9:33am, God blessed us with our precious little princess.

Dear Olivia,

Today is your 4th birthday. I remember the day you were born like it was yesterday. So, forgive me if it's hard to believe that you are 4 years old. You are our little princess. I remember when Miss Kristy (ultrasound tech) told us we were having a girl. I was shocked. I always thought I would be a "boy Mommy". Since I have never been a "girly-girl", I didn't know what to do with a little girl. I learned. And I love it.

You fill our days with so much laughter and happiness. Everyone loves you. Strangers comment on your beauty. (And, you usually respond with, "Yes, I know. Thank you.") You are a very smart girl. You surprise us daily with your vocabulary and you're even reading some words. You are a little fashionista who LOVES shoes. Any kind of shoes. And pink. Everything must be pink. But, you also love trucks and dirt. You are a well rounded little girl. You love Minnie Mouse, Strawberry Shortcake, Hannah Montana, and The Disney Princesses. Your favorite TV show is iCarly and your favorite food is pizza. Your favorite restaurant is Pasquales. You adore your big brother, even though you fight with him every hour of every day. You have a kind heart and you love animals. Especially cats. Your best friends are Sarah Beth, Emmy, and Mary Grace. You love gymnastics and you want to play tball this Fall. You love to color and draw on your MagnaDoodle. This weekend, you decided you love catching crickets.

You, my sweet girl, are a bright ray of sunshine in my life and I am so blessed and thankful to be your Mommy.

I love you "Cricket"!! Happy 4th Birthday!!