Tessa is ONE!

September 25, 2009

Our sweet Tess turned ONE this week! I can't get over this girl - she was such a surprise and has been such a blessing to our family. Here are a few of the billions of things I love about this little girl:

I love how her daddy calls her the "little one" - she never was really little, but she will always be her daddy's "little one."

I love watching her walk around, strutting her stuff, shaking her booty with her arms held close for balance. She's already picking up speed - it's scary!

I love her little hums - she is nearly always humming a little song for us.

I love her deepest darkest brown eyes I have ever seen. My dad said one time that through them you can see right into her soul. It's so true - her eyes remind me so much of my brother John.

I love her courage. She's not willing to take the abuse of an unnamed toddler who is in her face all day anymore! She still yelps for help when needed, but she's not afraid to take care of business herself!

I love her cuddles. Tessa will just bury her head right into my chest and stay there - it's just for a few seconds, but I crave those cuddles.

I love her spirit. She can be a little dramatic (where did she learn that???), but when the problem is solved, she doesn't hold a grudge. She listens when we talk to her, and really does do what is asked of her. She doesn't push limits (yet...) and she is so eager to please.

I love her curiosity. She wants to know what's going on!

I love watching her snuggle up into her blanket each time she goes to sleep. She loves her blankies right up in her face, and has been that way since she was born.

I love how she and Lily are starting to play together. She adores her big sister and wants to do EVERYTHING she does. She'll catch up to her soon enough!

I love how girly she is! She loves her shoes, playing with mommy's makeup, shopping, dancing and chocolate. Such a girly girl!

I love how attached to me she is. It's hard being a working mom, worrying that they really don't know WHO you are, but she does - she knows I love her and I love that she wants me around...

Tessa, you have blessed my life in more ways than you'll ever know. I adore everything about you, and can't wait to see the ways you will grow and learn - just not too fast, ok? Mommy needs a little more time just to soak you in. You are my little angel, and I love you. Happy Birthday, sweet girl!