It's A Birthday!

My sweet girl, today is your birthday! It is so hard to believe that you could possibly be 7 years old. Your were tiny (until we compared you to other babies) and full of plump baby rolls. Everything changed. We were now a family, not just a couple. Your surprise early arrival was the first lesson to mommy that things can't always go the way I plan them. And I'm willing to guess that your daddy might have been surprised at how much you captured his heart. You were a daddy's girl right from the very beginning! There were so many that looked forward to your arrival. A blessing to all of us! Such a beautiful, loving, sweet-natured baby. I always said that everyone should have a baby just like you. We are so proud of you. We love you more than words can say. Happy Birthday, sweet girl!

Due to the unexpected arrival, our very newborn pictures are not digital, but from a camera bought at the gift shop. So I think she was 1 whole day old in this picture. Such a tiny girl (hee hee) at 10 lbs, 8 oz. 22in (oh, and 15 days early!) showing her serious side.
momma and her sweet girl
Duchess was always watching over Jess.