Katie Girl

 Seven years ago Rick and I were eagerly awaiting the arrival of our little girl.  She was late.  Very late!    But that just made us more eager to meet her.  We didn't know what to name her but when she was born she looked to me like a Kathryn.

 What a beautiful baby she was.  No hair, big eyes, and a wonderful smile.  She was the center of our lives.  She grew so very fast!

She was (and still is) always looking for ways to make us laugh.  She loves to be surrounded by happiness.  She was our only child for 4 years.

Then her little brother (or little bother) came along and she was overjoyed.  She is such a great big sister.  She helps out, gives lots of love, and puts up with Clint, who at 2 is a handful!

Then she had another sister on her hands and she hasn't ever regretted us having Abby.  I see so many siblings who display jealousy and that has never been a part of Katie's makeup.  She just welcomes each new sibling with love and affection.  She loves her little sister so much, but I bet she hopes we don't have to deal with her like we do her little brother!!

She is my pretty, pretty, princess!

Happy 7th Birthday Katie Girl!!!  You are growing up so fast, and Daddy and I are so excited to be with you each and every moment!!