Happy Birthday, Madalyn!
Madalyn,
Two years ago this afternoon you eased into this world with a round face, alert eyes, and a precious cowlick on the right side of your forehead. You slept five hours a night almost from the start and, with the exception of when you were put into your carseat, made a very quick transition into life outside the womb.
One year ago you were this perfect a baby.
And now at just 2 years of age it is already clear to see that you are more wonderful, more exquisite a person, than I could have ever imagined or dreamed into my life. This past year with you has been golden; watching your personality develop; a good dose of spunky, and a great heap of tender. You're both the house clown and the house nurse; filling our home with laughter, hugs, and kisses. You're an outstanding sister and have enriched your brother's life as much as ours. My heart overflows with gratitude that the Lord has already made you the closest of friends. It's absolutely ridiculous for me to pretend I could put into words the joy you've brought into my life...Today is your brother's due date and I hope, for both of your sake's, that he doesn't show on time. The fact that I'm even vocalizing such an idea shows how much I love you because there isn't much I wouldn't do to get him out RIGHT NOW. But for you, I'll wait.
The arrival of your birthday also means it will soon be time to get more testing done on your kidneys. Praises to our great God for giving you a whole year without an infection. I pray that the test results show He has healed you in full and- regardless- what a relief to know He is holding every fragile inch of you in the palm of His hands.
We love you, Madalyn. Four simple words but my chest aches and contracts just to write them. If I enjoy your personality this much now, I can only imagine the blessings God has in store for me. I'm so humbled to know you; a wonderful little reflection of God's joy, humor, and tenderness, all bottled-up in a precious 29 lbs of softness.
Love,
Mommy
