My Nora Joy,
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Happy first birthday, beautiful girl!🎉❤️ This year with you has been one of so much light and joy, just like your name means. •
You taught me that it’s possible to love two people exactly the same and yet totally differently. You taught me to be thankful for the blissfully boring moments because we aren’t guaranteed even one more breath. You taught me to give more of myself than I ever selfishly wanted to because YOU are the ministry designed especially for me before the foundation of the world. God has used you to change me in ways I didn’t even know I needed. For that I am so thankful. •
I’ve wanted a daughter of my own for as long as I can remember and I’m so thankful that it’s you. You are smart and brave and silly and fun. You are just as comfortable snuggling up with me and a book as you are wrestling with the boys. You are bold and determined and I love that about you. I pray God uses your gifts for his glory. •
Today on your first birthday I want you to know how much you are loved. You’ve brought so much happiness to our family!!! We all adore you. I love you today and always, all that you are and all that you’ll be. My sweet baby girl. Happy birthday, Nora. ❤️
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Love, Mommy
