Something to Celebrate

See, baby burrito!

"What love has brought into this world...
What joy she has brought.
For this, our celebration, sings
Of far more than we ever thought." 

Happy 1st Birthday to my darling daughter.  It's so hard to believe my little 7lb 4oz little baby burrito is now almost 20lbs and a year old. We had her birthday party a little early since Daddy had to work the weekend of her birthday. We celebrated with some of our family and closest friends and it was such a wonderful event. And we have one spoiled rotten little girl! 

 

I invite you to take a look back on our very first post after Callista was born. The future was so unknown to us. We were so happy she arrived, but uncertain about the rest of our lives, the rest of her life. Not to say we are certain now, but there were moments in the beginning when we weren't sure how long we'd have her. And once you go through that as a parent and have to ask the question "Is my child going to make it?" you cherish every moment. 

 

Like the moment where you shove your baby's hands into a cake and she is surprised. Then she realizes it tastes good and licks her hands... The first time she has sincerely tried to eat anything for almost an entire year. THAT is one of those moments that we look forward to and never take for granted.  

In honor of Callista's surprise arrival, at exactly this time, exactly one year ago today. Happy birthday, beautiful butterfly. Mommy and Daddy love you so very much!

Pretty in Pink