Happy 1st Year!

Today is your brother's first birthday.

And it's also the 1 year anniversary of you becoming a big sister!

I'm seriously not sure which was more fun to celebrate today so we reveled in them both.

I think the last time I talked about your brother on here was the night before he was born. Oh, I was feeling so emotional at the thought of you giving up your only child status and the thought of going back to newborn life when raising you had seemed to become so easy.

But before I go on....If I know anything in this world it is that my heart GREW on this day 1 year ago. It grew beyond the capacity I knew was possible and the two of you - together - complete our family.

Georgia, you are the BEST big sister we could've asked for. You have never once asked us to return him, you have never hit him, pushed him, you've hardly fussed at him, never whined when he was crying, and you always want him around. Okay truth - when you're trying to play Barbies and he comes over like the Michelin man rolling around and grabbing things ...you show a little irritation then, but only a little. :)

You entertain him. He LOVES watching you. You keep an eye out for his safety (as best as 4 year olds can). You suggest things you think he'd like (some on point...some a bit beyond his year). You can't wait for him to talk. To you, he's already said several words, real words, and that's okay - I'm sure one day you guys really will speak a language that only siblings understand.

You comfort him tirelessly. You are so extremely patient with him. Patient beyond your 4.5 years in my opinion. When he cries, you tell him it's going to be okay and that we're right here "Buddy." It's often while you've got one eye on the tv and/or your Barbie, but it's adorable nonetheless.

You like to tickle him too. You get that from your love of rough housing with your dad. Your version of tickling looks a little rough so we have to reel you in at times, but your dad and I think it's so cute when you guys laugh together.

You've given him nicknames like "Big Doughnut," "Goo goo," and "Nugget." Your casual use of these names as if they were his given name cracks me up every time.

Georgia - you are a funny girl with a genuine sense of humor and still one of the most contagious laughs I've ever heard.

Thank you for being our big helper this year and Preston's incredible Big Sister. We are so blessed by both of you.

And I leave you with this sweet peach, never forget that you'll always be his big sister. Don't let years or differences or distance break your bond. He's your only sibling. He'll be the only other one who knows what you endured by putting up with us, your parents, for 18 years. My wish for you is that you will be the best of friends and the love you share will be bursting at the seams.

Happy 1 year big sis. We are so proud of you!

Love,
Mom