Cuteness

Dear Emily ~

What an amazing personality you continue to develop. Today you held your head up off of my shoulder for quite a stretch of time, watching what was going on behind me. As I often can't help, I couldn't help again just kissing you - your cheek, neck, since both were within kissing range. I'd lean you back, and kiss to the side of your nose, this perfect indentation that just begs for kisses :)

This afternoon I laid down for a nap and had you on my chest. I couldn't really sleep, but any time that a mom can lay on her back and not have the house threatening to explode, is a great thing :) As I laid there I stroked your hair, ran my hand over your back and arm, and just marveled at you. I found myself tearing up as the overwhelming gratefulness for your existence filled me again. As timing would have it, a song came on and the tears came. I am so thankful for you Emily, you have brought so much in to our family. You are so beautiful, so wonderful, and so perfect. Especially in moments like these, I thank your dad even more.

Donny and a friend of his, Brandon, met you for the first time today. Donny is a great guy, you'll enjoy him as you grow. He gave you a kiss goodbye when he left today, you're another princess in the family for him to adore :)

You're such a good sport when it comes to your sisters. Katie had fun taking pictures of you today, and putting her sunglasses on you. You really are quite cute wearing them :)

Your patience ran out when I changed your diaper. You had these little red pin-pricks that were starting, so before putting a cloth diaper on you I let you air out for a while. I tried taking a few pictures of you and caught the first picture up above, but you were done - you wanted your diaper on and wanted to eat. Your crying rarely lasts very long, usually it's a firm opinion stance and then you're quiet again. Although not fair to you really, this picture makes me chuckle :)

I love you Emily - every moment of the day :)