You're THREE!

Dear Ally:

Yesterday was your third birthday. You are growing into a beautiful and inquisitive little girl. Watching your mind develop had been amazing and I want to thank you for giving me this opportunity to watch you grow and for inviting me into your big world.

The past year has not been an easy one for you. You've gone through a lot of changes.In August your world as an only child ended as your little brother came into this world. And though you embrace your new title as BIG SISTER you can't help resenting it sometimes too. You are very sweet to your little brother, but somtimes his little body looks too much like a chair, or his little ears need a good tugging. You're just doing your job.

While I was on materinty leave we took you out of school so we could hang out. We had many adventures and taught and are still teaching me so much.

One of the most profound momenst of that time is when We, along with Sienas' mommy and her little brother went to the Capitol building in October to see the Dalai Llama. You and Sienna chased each other on the Capitol grounds, and I was convinced the most you got out of that day was some good exercise. But 3 days later, as we were walking to the playground you looked up at me and said "Momma, what is the Dalai Lama doing right now?" I think I made up something like he's brushing his teeth. You seemed pleased with that. But as we were eating our lunch you looked at me and said "The Dalai Lama is eating his lunch and is going to take a nap too." It was such an amazing moment.

You're recognizig those around you more and choosing your favorite people. You are currently obsessed with princesses and I'm still figuring out how to deal with this. But hey if sleeping in Tiara makes you happy and brings you peace maybe more people should try it!

I treasure our time together and am looking foward to so many more years of amazing you.

I love you Ally Gator!

Momma.