I’ve encountered many surprising facts as a parent over the last five years. Most notably, though, is the startling discovery that my children aren’t little versions of me. I just assumed Ava would have my personality, and we’d be on the same wavelength from the start. The blond hair should have tipped me off.
Ava continues to amaze me everyday. She is entirely her own person–completely unique and individual. I have no idea how this has happened, even having seen it firsthand, but this transformation over the past few years is nothing short of awesome. I often feel guilty that I’m not one of the moms who sobs through Kindergarten Roundup, but honestly, I think it’s because I simply can’t wait to see what she will do next.
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Posted by Rebecca's Mom on March 24, 2010 at 2:17 pm
Happy Birthday, Ava! Gramma and Papa hope you are having a fun time today! We miss you and your sister!
Posted by Dawn on March 24, 2010 at 2:26 pm
Happy Birthday Ava! Have a great day!
Posted by Laura on March 24, 2010 at 4:44 pm
Happy happy birthday! I’ve been having so much fun imagining all the fun Ava and Olivia are having today — and you and Bryan, too, of course!
Posted by Karyl on March 24, 2010 at 8:10 pm
Happy birthday, Ava! Wish we were there to help you celebrate, but we know you are having the best time ever! See you soon!
Posted by Gramma Great on March 26, 2010 at 2:52 pm
Sorry I missed this post on your birthday, Ava! So Grampa Great and I are wishing you a happy belated birthday. We know this one will be one you remember for a long, long time.
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