Happy 4th Birthday! It's hard to believe that exactly 4 years ago a nurse handed us a little bundled up baby named Madalyn Ruth. At that moment everything in Mommy and Daddy's world changed. No one could believe how much thick, black, curly hair you had and how huge your little cheeks were. I just kept staring at your lips, those are the same lips that look up at me today and pout. :-)
Time sure has flown by. It's hard to believe that only 4 years ago Daddy had to sit next to your crib and hold your "paci" in until you feel asleep. Now you sleep all by yourself in your big bed. You love being "Fancy" and dress up is one of your favorite things to do. That's why you wanted a "Fancy Nancy" birthday party this year. You also love playing school. You line stuffed animals and dolls up and read stories, have snack time, circle time, and then you pack up their book bags to go home.
Speaking of school you are learning a lot this year. Just the other day you signed your name on a birthday card for a friend all by yourself. When we are out and about you point out all the letter "M's" you see and say "look M for Maddy." You also do it for most of your friends in school too, "look "T" for Tate or "L" for Lia and Lucie."
Words can't describe what a good big sister you are to Kate. Sometimes you can be a little rough but overall you are loving and like to teach her new things. And Kate loves you! Every time we pick you up from school she screams "Ma-Ma" until you get into the car and then she smiles the biggest smile ever when you say "hi" to her. Just remember that she is your little sister and she looks up to you. Having a sister is a very special thing and I can't wait to watch the both of you grow up together.
I could go on and on about you Maddy Ruth... but I won't. Just know that Mommy and Daddy love you so much and we are so proud of you. You are beautiful, smart, and funny. We are so thankful that God blessed us with you! Just as you sang this morning I will also sing.... "goodbye 3, hello 4" to my little Maddy.
Love,
Mommy
Flashback Friday is a little early this week, but I couldn't resist sharing these pictures. Just look at that face and those lips.... :-)
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| Madalyn Ruth Bury, February 1, 2007 |
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| Under that mask is a proud Daddy |
Very cute! Let me know when you get a brunette one in, Libby only likes ones that "look like her" with brown hair and brown eyes! :)
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