Adeline,
   My dear sweet child, I look back on photos of you just a few months ago, the milestones you were hitting and the discoveries you were making. Your Daddy and I were so thrilled when you rolled over, and how we coaxed you to do so. When you stood up on your own for the first time, when you laughed a forced laugh, just to make us smile.
   Now as you continue to grow and develop, you are able to “crawl the wall” and stand with no support. How proud we are of you! Simply hearing you say “mama” and “dada” brings a smile to our lips. Seeing you play with the “Da’s” is so much fun. Chopper has taken you on as one of his own and will protect you from all harm. Tank, well Tank just likes to lick your face after you eat bananas.
   Next month is your birthday! I cannot understand how time has slipped by me. At this time last year, people were wondering if you would show by June 1st. How I longed to meet you. How i wished I could just hold you in my arms, I more than anyone, wanted you to arrive. Just a few weeks later, you made your grand entrance into the world.
   You are so much more than I could have ever hoped for. You are so much more than I ever imagined. My love for you grows day by day and I cannot imagine my life without you.

All my love,
Mommy