Today our family celebrated Caroline's first birthday. I remember one year ago today holding my precious daughter for the first time. I felt such joy and comfort as Sarah snuggled up close to me, simply adoring her new baby sister. Sarah and I examined Caroline's tiny toes and fingers and touched her soft cheeks and head. I will never forget this special moment and the feelings I had knowing that God had blessed me with this new baby to help fill the void that would come with Sarah's passing. Caroline's affectionate personality and sweetness have brought laughter, delight, happiness and so much comfort to our family. Her funny faces, thumb-sucking, cute waves goodbye, smiles, giggles, and cheerfulness have helped me look forward to every day.
We celebrated Caroline's birthday at the beach. Caroline quickly adjusted to having sand between her fingers and toes, enjoyed riding the waves with Daddy...
...and taking a nap on Mama while sucking her favorite thumb. .
A day earlier, Caroline enjoyed opening her gifts with the help of her brother and sister. .
She was curious about the candle on her cupcake. Maren helped her blow out the candle and we all sang "Happy Birthday!"
The birthday girl enjoyed the sweet taste of frosting and cake. No bib, no rules!
Happy Birthday, Caroline!
11 comments:
Happy Birthday Caroline. I love the picture of you in the sand. Love it!
Oh, Caroline, How we love you and appreciate the joy you have brought into our lives! I love your picture sleeping so comfortably on your mama's shoulder. It appears that you had a very happy, special 1st birthday!
Happy Birthday! What a fun day and adorable pictures!
Happy First Birthday Caroline!! You are such a beautiful baby girl.
Wow, one whole year! It seems like yesterday your mom shared to good news about Caroline's safe arrival. I loved the thumb-sucking, snuggle picture of you two at the beach. Those are definitely gold star moments for moms. Happy Birthday sweet Caroline and many more!
She is so darling! Happy Birthday Caroline!!
These photographs are beautiful! I especially smiled at the resemblance of Brian and Caroline as they smile/laugh.
What a special day! She has the most perfect smile! Happy Birthday
Happy First Birthday Car'wine! I love how she studied that cupcake so intently. What a fun birthday at the lake. She is just darling and radiates happiness.
Happy Birthday Caroline! Looks like a fun first birthday!
Happy Birthday sweet Caroline! I can't wait to snuggle with you next week! I love the pictures your mama posted of you. What a fitting tribute to such an beloved little girl. -Aunt Carrie
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