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My Little Princess Turns 3!

My sweet little Elise Madeleine turns 3 years old today! Where has the time gone!

One day old 

11 months old 

2 years, 11 months old


I am so thankful for my fun, smart, silly, crazy, busy, stubborn, cuddly, loving little girl. I love her smile and big hug first thing in the morning when she wakes up (even though it's around 5:45/6:00am). I love how she could spend all day in my arms -- and I will hold her as much as I can. I love her relationship with her older brother -- how she plays with him, adores him, and will tackle him when he's not looking. I love her fearlessness and playfulness. I love her beautiful eyes and long eyelashes that make it soooo hard to tell her "no." I love that even though she is just turning 3, she already has quite the opinion -- and I pray that her strong-will continues in life so that she will hold tight to her beliefs and values when surrounded by peer pressure. I love how deeply she loves her daddy and looks forward to spending time with him. I love that God gave me a girl when I thought I only wanted boys -- she is such a treasure.



As sad as I am that she is growing up so fast, I look forward to watching my My Little Pony-loving girl grow up. Happy birthday, Elise Madeleine! You are so loved.

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Anonymous said…
What a beautiful posting! Your daughter is beautiful! Happy Birthday sweet little one!
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