My baby is 5 today.

When she was born, the nurses called her "Barracuda Baby" because she ate constantly.

That hasn't really changed!

We heard that a shop called LOLA Boutique was named so because it stood for:

"Laugh Often Love Always".

This set the stage for the happiness that this child not only exudes but creates!

Her cheeks have been one of the highlights of my life! And now she is obsessed with other baby's cheeks!

She asks, "Mom, can I chunk his cheeks?"

(What have I created!?)

Teething brought a brutal two years!

My sister (her dark haired twin), talked me into cutting some blunt bangs when she was one. And it more than worked!

She is loving and affectionate.

She is passionate and thoughtful! 

She is a very unique character! She is the kid that when you come home from work or pick her up from school, she runs to you smiling and leaps into your arms! 

And she definitely brings some drama to many situations! (Lord help me!) 

Today my baby is 5.

As my baby, I want to hold her forever, squeeze her with all my might, and protect her.

But all she wants to do is fly!

Happy birthday to my happiest baby angel!!