Four Years

Four years ago, this little girl made me a mom.  I remember that cold January day well as we received the best New Year's gift we could ask for.  Now we have two more and the best little mama there is.  She is always looking out for her brother and sister and Hazel will usually go to her first when she needs help with something.  When Hazel doesn't want to go to kids' church, Ev will take her by the hand and play with her the whole time so she "won't be scared of all the people".  Most nights, she is more than willing to share her twin bed and when mama needs to get things done she will happily hold Otto for as long as possible.  None of us are really sure what we are going to do when she starts preschool next year, but we do know that we are lucky to have her.  She is a performer at heart and will gladly sing and dance for anyone who will watch.  Which also means multiple costume changes that always end with her in her "comfies".  Happy Birthday little lady!  I'm sorry you didn't wake up any bigger but we sure do love you, no matter your size!