My Big Girl!

My little Lauren, I can't believe you are two today! I can still remember the day you were born like it was yesterday. Cliche', I know, but still very true! You were five days late and I thought you were going to stay in my belly for forever! Now I know you were just showing me who was boss, because you definitely think you are! :) You were such a chunky little thing, and so stinkin' cute. Now here you are...two years old! You're seem like such a big girl already. You're even a big sister now! Having a baby sister has made you grow up so much more in Mommy's eyes. Part of me wishes you were still my baby just a little longer, but we wouldn't trade Ella for anything. You have taken on the role of Big Sister quite well. I'm so proud of you! You are now 36 inches tall and weigh 34 pounds. That puts you right in the 95th percentile, just about where you've always been. You are losing some of that baby fat though, just another way you are turning into a little girl, rather than my baby. There are tears streaming down my face as I type this. I am so very grateful to be your mother. You have made me grow in so many ways and have brought so much joy to our home. You like to keep me on my toes and have taught me lots of patience...but we're still working on that aren't we? ;) As sad as it makes me to see you growing up so fast, I love seeing how your personality is shining through. You are rarely shy, and will talk to just about anyone given the right circumstances. You got your daddy's goofy side, and love to put on a show. You love to talk, and I never know what new phrase will come out of your mouth next. You pay attention to a lot more than I give you credit for. My favorite thing to hear you say is "I yuh you...Mommy". Well, I yuh you too baby and I hope you have a WONDERFUL birthday!