I could complete an uninterrupted thought.
I read books and watched movies.
I finished projects.
I was organized and prompt.
And mostly I knew what I was doing.
Ten years ago today, a seven-pound, squishy red pile of human started a chain of shifts in my super-controlled life. As a young adult, I hardly predicted being a mother at all, let alone ultimately quitting my job to be one — exclusively. But each sacrifice seems so small now, compared to what I’ve gained.
She mirrors my own imperfections and challenges me to become a better mom — a better person. And she forgives me every time I screw up. She’s generous, and smart, and kind.
When I grow up, I want to be just like her.
Happy Birthday, D.
I love you.
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9:51 am
What a beautiful girl (inside AND out!) Happy birthday!
Thanks Shannon! Deena
10:46 am
Awww Kelly – that is priceless!! Happy, Happy B-day Deena!!!
Hugs,
Holly
Holly’s Corner
Thanks Holly! Deena
11:27 am
Happy birthday Deena!! What a great tribute to your daughter! She looked like Curt when she was a baby.
Yes, they looked a lot alike in their chubby days;) Thanks for stopping by, WAYA!
11:38 am
BEAUTIFUL CHILD
Awwww, Pamela – thank you!
4:47 pm
Happy Birthday Deena!May all your Birthday wishes come true!
A very beautiful tribute to a special daughter!
Look at those cheeks! I’m sure you’re a very proud Mom,Kelly!
4:47 pm
HAPPY BIRTHDAY to both of you!!!! SOOO sweet, Kelly.
4:53 pm
Adorable kids! Thank you for you kind words about my Mom and my win over at Chaotic Home! God Bless Your Kind Heart!
9:14 pm
Yep, it’s true. Your kids are too cute. Happy Birthday, Deena! And Happy My-Life-Is-Changed Day, Kelly!
11:57 pm
What a beautiful tribute to your beautiful daughter
Happy Birthday Deena, be blessed. *hugs*
1:20 am
Those photos are adorable! Happy Birthday Deena!
1:47 am
That is such a wonderful tribute with a beautiful girl – and great photography as usual!
7:15 am
Kelly, I have never…EVER…heard a baby referred to as a “squishy red pile of human”. Now THAT just made my day
. Deena sounds a lot like my Rachel (who is now 14), so I h e a r d every word you said. She has a smile that ILLUMINATES & RADIATES–beautiful!
Happiest of belated birthdays to Deena, I hope she doesn’t mind a few stragglers :/. It’s my only speed these days.
9:08 am
You’re all so sweet! Thank you for wishing Deena a happy birthday! She gets to read all your comments – and she loves them all. What a great way to make her day special!
11:14 pm
aww:) that’s a precious post!
Happy Birthday!
11:59 pm
Hey I posted a funny thing my son said that made my day. moms everywhere will stand up and cheer. They will beg to betroth their daughters to him.
http://www.homeschoolblogger.com/NeverAlone/235906/
12:05 am
oh and Happy Birthday to the squishy red pile of human!!
2:38 am
Awww, what a great birthday post to a beautiful gal! Love the photos! How wonderful that you have this special person in your life to call your daughter.
Happy birthday to her and many happy returns of the day.
6:27 pm
Happy Belated Birthday! Love the photos and the book reviews.
6:10 am
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6:41 pm
Aaw what a beautiful post! And daughter! Happy birthday to her!