Happy 4th Birthday Brooke

4 years ago today my life forever changed...

I became a Mom for the first time to a beautiful baby girl. You weighed 8lbs 10oz and 20in long. I will never forget the way I felt when I held you for the very first time. It was a moment I had waited for such a long time. You were just breathtaking...Before I knew it you had learned to roll, sleep through the night, sit, crawl and walk. I cherished every moment. I was so proud of you. Time just seemed to fly by and you were turning ONE...

Daddy made a joke at your first birthday party that you were going to be a big sister, little did we know how true that was. The morning of your Best friend Katie's birthday, party mommy found out that I was going to have another baby. You learned so much you second year of life. You learned to talk and now it is hard to get you to stop, but I love every word. December 2009 when you were 20 months old you became a big sister.

It didn't take you long before you learned to say "Emma." I new right away that you were going to be a great big sister. As we watched you turn two I felt so lucky that God had bless us with two beautiful little girls.

Two's were a fun year and we learned what a leader you are. I also learned that you can have quite the little temper. :) We have our good days and our bad day, but life goes on, but when you give me a hug and say "I Love You Mommy" I forget all the trivial things in life and remember how lucky I am to be YOUR mom! Two's didn't last forever and you were soon Three.

Of course Three was a big year as well, You became a big sister once again. You started taking Dance classes and enjoy every moment of it. You have really started to understand who Jesus is and how he lives in your heart. You are a ball of fire and I love your spirit. You think of yourself as a big girl now and so do I. When I look at pictures sometimes it is hard for me to believe that you are growing up so fast. Now here you are turning 4 and I still think you are the sweetest, loving, most beautiful, "big" girl I know. God created you with his hands and we sit in amazement as we watch you grow into the world around you. People tell me all the time how precious and beautiful you are and I can't wait to watch you grow into an amazing young woman. Words can not express how your presence has changed this world and our lives forever. You never cease to amaze us with your courage and strength. You are the sweetest gift God has ever given and our love for you is immeasurable.

Happy 4th Birthday Brooke!!!