Dear Charlotte Mae (or as you call yourself, "Baby Charlotte Mae Haren Mae"),
Wow! Today you are two whole years old, and I can't believe it. This year you have gone from a wobbly infant into a full-blown, walking (or running!), talking, spunky, opinionated little person. You have taught me so much about being a mom, most importantly that each child is a unique creation whose personality was formed by God. I feel honored to be entrusted with your care and upbringing, and Daddy and I feel blessed every day that you were given to our family. Pretty soon you won't be the baby anymore, and while that makes me sad at times, mostly I feel excited for you because I know you will be a great big sister. I love that you have an independent spirit, and I know that will serve you well as you get bigger. My favorite thing about you is your excitement when you accomplish a task you have set out for yourself, the way your eyes light up when you say, "I did it!". Just this week you have learned how to:
~climb up on the counter so you could wash your hands and feet in the kitchen sink (imagine my surprise walking in to the kitchen to see that!)
~take the sucker wrapper off all by yourself
~carry your plate to the table
~clean crayon off the wall, floor, bookshelf...
~"read" Cool Dog, School Dog
~write your name (ok, ok, it was just scribbles...but it was the first time you told me that you had written your name! :))
~say "Maya" instead of "Waya"
~assemble your very own taco
~climb up on the counter so you could wash your hands and feet in the kitchen sink (imagine my surprise walking in to the kitchen to see that!)
~take the sucker wrapper off all by yourself
~carry your plate to the table
~clean crayon off the wall, floor, bookshelf...
~"read" Cool Dog, School Dog
~write your name (ok, ok, it was just scribbles...but it was the first time you told me that you had written your name! :))
~say "Maya" instead of "Waya"
~assemble your very own taco
You will always be my Little Squish, no matter how big you get. I love you!
Love,
Mommy
