Yesterday was Annie's 5th birthday! It is amazing how time has gone by so fast and yet, at the same time, it seems such a long time ago that I gave birth to her. Annie was so tiny when she was born. Her face was as small as my fist. Her doctor appointments during the first nine months of her life were so nerve wracking. I remember her doctor saying, "We'll see how much weight she has gained and inches she has grown by next month, to determine if she is thriving. " THRIVING!!!???
Two days ago, I was sitting at gymnastics watching her rotate through all the events and I was filled with so much emotion and joy at just watching her. For the entire hour she was out there, she was grinning from ear to ear and literally jumping up in down in place as she waited her turn. Of the hundred plus girls out on the floor, none was as expressive and genuinely happy as Annie. Annie exudes contentment and sheer happiness. All the little girls wanted to be next to her. The instructors all greet her. They all know her name, even the ones who have never had her in their group.
As a mother, I find such peace in this. Annie will always be fine. She attracts the same energy she emits. People want to be with her and befriend her. Annie is definitely thriving!!!!
Happy birthday, Annelise Marie!
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