Three years ago today, I became a mother for the very first time.
Three years ago today, I was terrified and excited and really hungry.
Three years ago today, I had no idea that I would be able to love another human being as much as love Maddie.
Three years ago today, I had the most painful experience of my entire life.
Three years ago today, I was changed irrevocably.
Three years ago today, I had never been pooped on.
Three years ago today, I had never been barfed on.
Three years ago today, I had no idea how much my patience would be tested.
Three years ago today, I had no idea that the tiny baby in my arms would one day make me laugh and cry and scream and dance.
Three years ago today, I met the girl who would become my favorite girl in the whole, wide world.
Three years ago today, my gorgeous, glorious, crazy Madeleine was born.
Happy birthday, Maddie. I love you so much and I’m so glad you chose me to be your mama.



Happy Birthday, Miss Maddie!! (her present will hopefully arrive tomorrow)
Oh YAY! Happy Birthday Maddie!
(What a great smile!)
Aww, so sweet! Happy birthday, Maddie!
Happy birthday Maddie!!
Happy Birthday Maddie!
Awww…Happy Birthday to Maddie!
YAY! Happy Birthday, Maddie!
Happy Birthday to Maddie! No greater blessing than our children. Hope you had a great birthday celebration!
I’m a little late, but Happy Belated Birthday Maddie!