one year ago today i was rushed into an emergency c-section 4 1/2 weeks before my due date because you were ready to enter the world! and you definitely haven't stopped doing things on your own time and at your own will. you are one amazing little girl!
ever since i knew what it was to be a mom, i've wanted a daughter. i've dreamed of you for 39 years and i couldn't be more thankful for god giving me you as my daughter. yes, you're feisty, impatient, strong-willed, and tough but you're also sweet, loving, affectionate and funny! you're the girl who'll be beating up the boys in school and not taking any mess from anyone. it's funny how your personality has really started to develop and although it can be difficult at times, i love you just the way you are.
you're obsessed with mommy so sometimes i have to hide from you to get things done. you want to be in my arms 24/7 or at least have me sitting next to you at all times. your screams are your way of letting us know you want something...NOW. you have the most beautiful brown eyes, long eyelashes and a smile that makes my heart melt. everyone comments how beautiful of a baby you are whenever we go out. you're tall (30 inches...95th percentile) but little (19 lbs....50th percentile).
you took your first steps about a month ago and are walking around everywhere with a fall about every 10 steps or so. you love fruit/yogurt smoothies, hawaiian bread and snacks. jake wants to play with you all of the time but he irritates you, so you just end up pulling his hair and trying to get away from him. he "wrestles" with you a lot and he even pushed you off of the bed yesterday but you just say "UGH" to him and try to get away. you're a great sleeper...7pm is bedtime and if you stay up too much past, you're pretty grumpy.
daddy loves you so much, sophie. he's so proud to be your dad and takes pride in getting you dressed 2 days a week to go to grandma's. you always look so cute and he always does your hair and puts a bow in it. you would rather be with mommy when given the choice but he knows later on that you'll be daddy's girl and he can't wait for that.
we love you honey! you've completed our family and we couldn't imagine life without you. you keep us on our toes and we're excited to see what your second year brings! more pictures to follow of your birthday party today.
