May 22nd

How does three years go by so fast? Three years ago I was 3 days past my due date, 4cm dilated and wondering if my baby was ever going to join us. She made her appearance after 4 hours and 24 minutes of labor screaming at the top of her lungs and hasn't stopped!

Gwen, you are a bundle of energy, stubborn as all get out, smart as can be, always getting into some kind of mischief and my happy girl. You hardly sit still and MUST keep up with brothers and sister. If they can do it then you can do it too. You love to take care of your baby and constantly tell me you can't wait to be a real mommy. You speak so clearly and use such big words many people think you are much older. You love monkeys, sunglasses, purses and jewelry, but right now my favorite thing is to listen to you sing, you know all the words to so many songs, but your favorite is Jesus Loves me. You are in such a hurry to get big, but Momma just wants to hold you small for a little longer. I love you Sweet Pea. Happy Birthday baby!