Four Years Old

Today you turn four. The fourth gal in our lineup is now four. How quickly this happened.

You have gone from a 8lb 8oz baby to a rambunctious preschooler in the blink of an eye.

You are the spunkiest and most stubborn kid I know. While at times it is so frustrating (just put on your shoes, will ya!) - I know that your drive to do things on your terms will be what makes you great.

You are pretty much smack dab in the middle of the sister line up. And I think it's perfect. You adore your bigger sisters and how much you learn from them. But I secretly think that you and the twins are quite the perfect threesome. You love with all of your small little being, with a heart that is much too big for your little body. Your hugs are fierce and your kisses are sweet. You take care of your sisters and love to be helpful - especially with the twins. Your are the one they look for while you're away at school and run to the car to pick up at the end of the day.

Nothing brightens my day better than a hug and a smile from you. You never let me leave you at preschool with one last hug. You make me the best gifts - just random cut up pieces of paper, but in your eyes they are the most beautiful pieces of art. So that is what makes them special.

It's hard to believe that someone as young as four could love life so much. You wake every day jumping at the chance to learn and to love. I hope that is something that follows you until the end of time. Always keep your drive and your belief that everyone deserves a hug. You are a remarkable girl -- one that doesn't mind getting dirty (who knew you'd pick a dirt bike when we asked what you would prefer. Guess we might have to find a couple of those!) But you love the shiny and sweet things in life too. You're the perfect balance in this crazy world. Just the right amount of spunk, stubborn, silly, sweet, smart, kind, and topped off with a whole lotta love.

 

 

Happy Birthday to my sweetest 4 year old. You are a gal who knows what she wants and you're going to be climbing that ladder to the top for the rest of your days. Keep smiling and loving. It makes each day better than the last.

Happy Birthday Hay-Mae. You are going to rock 4!

xoxo
Mama