one year

one year. 

my baby girl, you have so much heart, so much humor, so much laughter, so much opinion, so much drive, so much passion (yes, that is the positive word i use to describe fits and screams bigger than your little person) and so much love. you never pass an opportunity to crawl into my lap, lay your little head on my shoulder, tuck your arms under your tummy and squeeze your body as close to mine as you possibly can. though it lasts only a few moments, it is the sweet serenity that coats my heart in peace and calm. your charisma and automatic 'play peek-a-boo' with everyone wins over all that walk in your path. you have your daddy's humor and playfulness, your great-great grandma hone's blue eyes, your momma's voracious curiosity to learn and communicate, and a heart of gold that is all your own. 

if i could put your beautiful soul into a bottle and travel the world with your tiny finger pointing at every new thing, and your little hoot telling me there is reason to be overjoyed with life itself; what a trip we would have. however, i am far more elated to be on this discovery of your budding mind and hilarious outlook on life.

teach me to laugh longer, teach me to see the good more often, teach me to love deeper, and teach me how wonderful the world is.

i am all yours.

meanwhile, jade was in a realm of complete disarray and utter meltdown despite the cute outfit i had her in for the photo shoot. 

over what? who knows.

don't worry, girlfriend. you are all me, through and through. i am in every tear, every meltdown, every snap and fight. i am a lover and a fighter JUST LIKE YOU.

we're in this together. just hang on or throw your hands in the air, the ride is amazing, i promise.