Aubrey Grace...

(brand new baby girl)
You're 3 years old today!

The day we had you remains one of the brightest, most exciting days of my life, as I'm sure it will remain for my lifetime.

Has it been three years already? At times it seems like it's only been moments and at others it seems you have been a part of our lives forever. What did we do before we had our Aubrey girl around?

You are a little girl with a big heart for the world and the things you see in it. You have a flair for the dramatic which is endearing and sometimes challenging. :) All things are worthy of attention in your book and you won't hesitate to announce, "Oh, Mommy, you must come see this!" when there is a daffodil in the front yard, or, "Mommy, shall we play a game?" or, "I am so very sorry, I didn't realize you were standing there when I bumped into you," in your most sophisticated princess tone.
(adorable 1 year old)

I love listening to you sing, "Jesus Loves Me," or, "Jesus Loves the Little Children," or, "I Love You, Lord," and, sweet girl, you have a beautiful voice that I know reaches right up to Jesus' heart and brings a smile to His face as He listens to you, too.

You are such a big personality inside that little body of yours. God has wonderful plans for you, punkin, and He has knit you uniquely together to fulfill those plans.
(charming 2 year old)

I am priveleged beyond words to be your mommy. My heart is so full of joy just because I get to call you mine for a while. As one of your favorite books reads, "I love all that you will be and everything you are." I pray you will understand what it means to trust Jesus with your heart, that you would fall deeply in love with Him, and that your life would bring honor to Him.
(tender 3 year old)
Happy birthday, sweet girl. We love you.