Wednesday, September 8, 2010

Happy 1st birthday!

dear Norah-
We just celebrated your 1st birthday on Sunday. It was wonderful! I was anxious to see how you reacted to your chocolate cake (which was delicious by the way.) The pictures are words enough. What a beautiful year it has been to have you a part of our lives. I have learned greater, the depths of love, sacrifice and gratitude that our Savior knows perfectly, to their fullest. I have laughed, cried and smiled with you. You are my little bestie- the best little buddy I could ask for. Your daddy and I are so amazed by your even, mild temperament and your gift to bring light to those you meet. You smile at literally everyone you see. You receive comment after comment about the depth of your eyes, your loving nature and calm demeanor. You have a desire to explore and see everything and it will be a gift in your life. We love you little Norah Jane. Thank you for coming to our family, you've brought amazing light, beauty and love.
love,
mommy




your 1 yr. old cake


pre-mess. You knew not yet of chocolaty goodness






"This is exhausting. I need a rest."


chocolate coma


That move with your hand introduced chocolate
to your hair.


Your eyes are so full of depth!



I found chocolate in your diaper, leg rolls- everywhere!



wearing a party hat, eating a party hat and holding
the lid to my shaving cream (one of your favorite toys)


You love Logan. This picture shows you "talking" to him
(it looks like you are yelling- you may be)


You were all smiles opening your presents. Cole and
Lilly wanted to help too!


I love how excited you are in this pic. You did not want
to put down that pink adidas jog suit! I'll have to dress
you up in it when you jog with me in your jog stroller.

9 comments:

April said...

Oh my goodness, she is the cutest! Happy Birthday to her :)

krista jo said...

love those chocolate cake pictures :)

Anonymous said...

Oh.my.gosh. Norah is absolutely darling. Love her and love you!

Kim and Steve said...

Happy number 1!! She looks like she enjoyed it! Good job on being such a wonderful mom.

heather said...

Pure happiness! Love you all!

JenErik said...

CAN YOU BELIEVE THEY ARE ONE!!!!!!! She is darling. I miss you.

Sarah McK said...

What a doll! Did you make that cake?! It's exquisite! I love her.....and now I'm craving chocolate cake.....

linzi said...

Happy Birthday, Norah!!! She is so beautiful! Those chocolate cake pictures are perfect. And you look so happy, Emily. I love it. You are such an inspiration to me. I can't wait to hear all about this incredible day.

Matson Family said...

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NORAH JANE. We love you all. Ema you look beautiful.