Thankful

These are some of the moments I am so thankful for!

Emma and Gpa Harold with her early bday gift!

Emma playing with one of the Bday gifts Mommy and Daddy got her


Enjoying cake, and wanting to share the love with Mommy!

Dancing with Daddy

The three of us on Emma's first birthday!!!

Our baby girl is officially 1 year old as of 12:05 a.m. on Saturday morning! It seems like it was just yesterday when we were leaving the hospital with her, scared out of our minds about how we were responsible for this 6 lb. life! Well, we have survived the first 12 months and I can't imagine life without her! Her first birthday party went really well! We had lots of company, and she got lots of nice clothes, and even a 4 wheeler and a "house" from Mommy and Daddy!

Even though it has been a challening year, I can't help but think about all I have to be thankful for! Emma's in great health and has overcome stomach and sleep problems :) Nick got a new job with a better and more stable company. I got to spend the whole first year at home with Emma watching her grow and change every day! I got hired by Nick's company for a seasonal position that I will be starting in a few weeks. And the list goes on! For the past several months I have been reading this blog called Another Day Stronger and it has really given me a new outlook on life and a new appreciate for it, and every day we have with our baby girl, even some of the worst and hardest days! The blog is written by a mommy of an angel named Maddie who passed away from SIDS when she was about 4 months old :( It sure makes me cry a lot, but makes me realize how precious life is, and to enjoy every moment together! Maddie's mommy is so strong, and I can't even begin to IMAGINE life without my beautiful baby girl.....or should I call her a toddler, as she's walking everywhere now!?

Remember, tomorrow is promised to no one, so pack a lifetime of love into today!