One, Two, Feeee!!!

Yesterday was Emma's 3rd birthday!! I spend most of the day in deep thought, counting my blessings and I also spent a lot of time looking at her and crying. I thought about the whole adoption process and how we were lead down that path. What a blessing that was, I am so thankful that we were listening when those promptings and answers came. I thought about Emma's birthmom (as I do everyday). I wondered if she was thinking about Emma and hoping that she knew that Emma was safe and happy with her family. I thought about how on December 15, 2008 at 8:34am, a strong little spirit came into this world. She had a rough start and she is now known at the NICU as "The Cool Cap Baby". (please google cool cap, it makes me so grateful for technology because this medical device saved my little girl's life). I am so grateful for wonderful doctors!! I thought about walking into the NICU that first time with Ryan and seeing her and knowing that she was our daughter. I remember the look in Ryan's eyes of pure love for her.

Emma is a miracle, I know you have all heard that and are probably tired of hearing that, but it is true!! Who she is on paper is not who she is. Her medical history is quite scary to read, but she is not defined by those scary papers. Her spirit is much larger and stronger than any medical procedure or diagnosis. What does the future hold for this little one? We have no idea, she could continue to progress or some day she may just stop progressing. But, I just trust and have the faith that she will reach her highest potential and if her mission her on Earth is to bring joy to her family and friends, then she has already done that and more.

Emma LOVES Binkbell ("tinkerbell")

Do I really need words to describe this picture?

I just love this girl with the root beer-colored eyes. She loves Tinkerbell, her babies, her stuffed animals, broccoli, oranges and teasing her big brother.