Happy Birthday Madeline!

Madeline turned 1 year old this past Friday! I can still remember the day my water broke...4 weeks early. Seems like just yesterday when our little angel decided she was ready to meet her family. Kevin and i were told by our nurses and doctors that not only would Madeline not be able to breath on her own but she would also have to spend several weeks in the intensive care unit after delivery because she was so early. Of course, Madeline had her own idea of how she would come into our lives. She was born via C-Section kicking and screaming. To every ones surprise she was born healthy and able to breath on her own. No Intensive care and No heath issues what so ever.

This year has brought our family many changes both good and well.....not so good. Madeline has experienced the flu, lots of bumps and bruises, and countless sleepless nights. She has learned to pet the dog and not hit them, or they will bite. Maddy has learned the cat will bite if she pulls on his tail.

We have also had some fantastic trips across the country to visit our family in Indiana, we spent Christmas at Disneyland, and visited Kevin's home town in Nevada. Madeline has brought us laughter and tears and lots of feelings in between. We have spent this year leaning to crawl, swim , walk , and talk. I am very lucky to be a stay at home mom so I can watch Madeline learn and grow. Being a mom is the most rewarding and happy "job" I have ever had.

Kevin and I are so grateful to have such a healthy, smart and strong baby girl. We look forward to the many adventures the next year brings our family.