4.4.2013

Dear Gracie, Last night I thought your little brother was going to be born.  Although 3 weeks early, I was having painful contractions that made me think we would have to head to the hospital at some point.  You and your dad were both asleep in your beds.  I was awake, distracting myself with tv, the internet, etc.  You woke up crying in the middle of the night.  I would have normally let you fall back asleep, but knowing we have limited days with you as our only baby, I had a little soft spot in my heart and just wanted to cuddle with my girl.  I took you in bed with your dad and you fell asleep next to me (which you NEVER do).  Lying there, I couldn't help but think about this last year, our sweet family, and how grateful I am to have you and your dad in my life.