Happy Birthday to My Sweetie Pie Swayzie!!!

Well the day has arrived; whether I like it or not! The day I've dreaded since you came into this world. I cannot believe you are five years old!! Can someone please explain how this happened so quickly?? It breaks my heart to think of you at Kindergarten in just a few short months. I know how excited you are to begin this chapter of your life. I'm reminded of it almost everyday when we drive by the building and I hear you say; "I cannot wait until I get to go to kindergarten with all the other kids". I, however am not quite ready for this stage to begin, the teasing and the name calling and the bullying. I am completely aware of how vicious young girls can be, you on the other hand are content just leaping right on through with absolutely no worries what-so-ever!! But because of your excitement and positive attitude, we could not be more proud and happy for you! You are so bright and so eager to learn and understand everything around you, I am completely confident that you will do amazing at whatever you decide to accomplish in this life! I've seen how quickly you are able to make friends because of your positive attitude, you are such a sweet spirit and are always so concerned about how others are feeling. I love how accepting you are of everyone and how you always are sure to make everyone feel included. It is one of your best qualities that I hope you never let go of!!

You started out as a bright eyed ball of energy, who never wanted to sleep and have blossomed into a beautiful, sweet and loving little girl (still full of energy and still never sleeps)! You are so full of life, I love it!! It feels like just yesterday we were at the hospital, arguing over who's turn it was to hold you next. We were all so eager to bring you home!! I remember never wanting to put you down, you were always being held even when we were asleep.
You have truly blessed our lives in so many ways and have brought such an amazing spirit full of love into our home. You are just the best example to Hudson and will be so great with your baby sister. You are a constant example to me and a continued reminder of how blessed I am. I know that Heavenly Father knew exactly what he was doing when he sent you to us, I admit I wasn't so certain at first, but as I look back on some of the events that have taken place through this beautiful journey, I fully understand that you were sent to us for an exact purpose. You have enriched our lives and have increased my faith and understanding in His divine plan for us. I hope you always remember how much He loves you and how much we love you! We truly cherish every moment with you and look forward to many more memories to come!! I love ya tootz!! Happy Birthday!!

Here is a look back on some fun memories...