Saturday, June 2, 2012

My almost two year old.

I can hardly believe that it's been two years since this little love stole our hearts.

  For me, birthdays and celebrations always seem to lend themselves to reflection and a look back at the previous year thinking, "Look how far we've come!"

As we approach the big 2 I am overwhelmed and overjoyed at what a special and wonderful little person our girl is growing into. I know that people say they are the Terrible Two's, and while I admit there are most definitely challenging times and breakdowns (possibly more to occur)...I wholeheartedly LOVE this age!
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Everything is new...every day something new to be discovered, and watching her little mind work and learn is such a treasure.
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She loves her friends.
I delight in watching them together now because for the first time the kiddos are actually playing together vs. just side-by-side independant play. I hope she continues to delight in her special friendships throughout her life...
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PEPS party at our house a few weeks ago.

She is inquisitive and curious...
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and she is goofy and silly.
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She is completely independant and wants to do everything by herself...
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but then quickly realizes she may "nee hep" and isn't afraid to ask for it.
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She greets everyone with a smile and a wave and doesn't know a stranger...
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But then at times in large group situations, she becomes very shy and sticks close to mama or daddy's side until she's warmed up.
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She can be quite particular and she most definitely knows what she wants...
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and she is our pride and joy.
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I love you Miss Gracie.
I love watching all the different sides of your personality blossom.
You make me so very happy.
Happy birthday weekend baby.

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