Happy 11th Birthday, Taylor Grace!

I was chatting with a friend the other day, and I said: 

If I really let myself feel all the feels through life ~ 

all the emotions when I walk past baby aisles, 

or when I find a book I used to read to the girls when they were tiny.

When I think of the fact that my oldest will be 20 this year, 

and my second oldest is officially a Senior in high school; 

and when I catch a glimpse of old photographs marking, what seem to be, a much simpler time.  

If I stopped to fully let those emotions wash over me ~

I don't think I'd ever stop crying.  

There are so many moments in time that I miss so much it physically hurts.

So when it's time to celebrate another birthday, it's definitely bittersweet.

Today, Taylor turns 11. 

My youngest baby girl.

And if truth be told, she's kind of 11 going on 25. 

Because ever since she's been born, she's tried to keep up with her older sisters.

{And also because she's taller than me, but whatever}

Happy Birthday, Taylor Grace!!

Tay-Tay, you are such a vibrant, passionate spirit!

You are a hard worker. I can always count on you to pitch in.

You have care and concern for others, and love to help out with the animals.

You always have the best ideas, and make each day a joy!

Happy Birthday Darling Girl!

Happy 17th Birthday, Makenna Nicole!

It is so hard for me to believe that my little Kenner-Bug who told the best stories,

and had the silliest sayings, is now just one year shy of being an adult.

The years have passed much too quickly.

Kenners, I know this year has had its rough patches, but I hope you always know 

just how incredible you are.

You are compassionate and kind, loving and creative.  

You are a passionate soul: which occasionally results in a hot temper.  

{But we respect your convictions ~ and one day your passion and devotion will serve you well}.

Just hang on tight, follow God's path for your life, and love with all your heart . . . 

Amazing things are coming your way.

Love you to the moon, baby girl!

Happy 17th Birthday!

Happy 13th Birthday, Kameryn Faith!

Happy 13th Birthday, Kameryn Faith!

I cannot fathom how thirteen years has passed so quickly.  

It seems like it was just yesterday you were swaddled in my arms after a long, 

hospital wait for your arrival.

And in the blink of an eye you are a TEENAGER.  I don't think my mama heart can take it.

Kameryn Faith,

You:

* Love to read. It is nothing for you to finish a book in one day.

* Still love fashion and accessories.  It's important to you to look your best, and I love that you take pride in your appearance.

* Are the resident babysitter wherever we go.  You are SO.GOOD.WITH.CHILDREN.  They are drawn to you.  You are responsible and loving, and don't mind chasing after them, no matter where we are.

* Are the sweetest friend. You are outgoing and warm, and a friend to everyone.

*Love to travel . . . mostly to places that are HOT and SUNNY!

Happy 13th Birthday, my love. You bring us joy each and every day!