Happy Birthday Julia

Julia was born on November 19th at approximately 3:00 am.

At 4:00 this morning I was awakened by the sound of Julia's voice, "Momma, Momma?" When I opened my eyes her sweet little face with her new pixie like haircut was right in mine. "Yes Julia?" "Congratulations Momma." "For what honey?" (in my defense it was 4am) "Because 13 years ago you just had your first child." "Oh, thank you sweetheart, Happy Birthday." And off to bed she went.

Later in the morning when everyone was off to school I sat down at the computer with my coffee to check my calender for the day. There it was, Julia's Birthday!!!!!!! she had added to the calender...like I could forget, I thought. But when I clicked on it I got a special surprise. "Thank you for 13 great years Momma and Daddy!!!" That sums up Julia. Always giving, always caring and thinking of others...even on her special day.

So, thank you Julia. Thank you for gracing us with your love, laughter and spirit for the last 13 years. For the honor of watching you grow and the opportunity to teach as well as learn from you.

Happy Birthday Julia, You truly are a gift to us all.