Magdalyn turns 2 today!

I can't believe my baby girl is 2 today.  The time has gone by too fast.

Since it's your birthday Maggie, I'm going to write a list of accomplishments and things I love about you so we can always remember this time in your life.

• you have a good sense of humor already
• you love to eat but stay skinny
• you think you can do anything your older brother and sister can do
• you give the best kisses....simply delicious!
• I think you might be the first teenager to still be sucking on a pacifier
• you decided you wanted to use the potty in March and will go whenever you want to or I tell you to

• you have a funny personality
• we knew you were going to be a goofy kid from the very beginning and so far you have lived up to that
• you make silly faces all the time
• you have an attitude... a big one... I am scared for when you are a teenager

• you have your father wrapped around your little finger
• you fall asleep in your bed yet always wake up in ours...hmmm
• you are in love with your brother and sister and want to do all that they do
• thanks to your brother you like Lightning McQueen

• you love to be outside
• you enjoy helping mom do just about anything
• you like to clean, I realize this will pass
• you are sassy
• you love to be held
• you pinch for comfort and it hurts
• you love to have your nails painted

• you are very stubborn
• you can throw a nasty fit
• you love to look pretty and always remember to put a bow in your hair
• you enjoy planting in the garden
• you think your hot stuff when you get to carry the keys to the mailbox
• you love the puppy... sometimes too much

• you have a toothy grin 
• you love to go places and see new things
• you LOVE the water...it's scary
• you give really good squeezes (hugs)

• you love it when mom takes your picture but aren't a fan of strangers taking your picture

• you love looking at pictures
• you really enjoy reading and constantly have books in your arms
• you are a great snuggler

• you have curly hair and we love it--even if your sister snipped some of the curls off
• you're very concerned about dental hygiene and make sure that all the kids get their teeth brushed
• you enjoy art projects, especially when you can do it all yourself

• you are talking up a storm now but you really weren't that interested until 18 months
• you are strong
• you can beat up your brother and sister--you don't take guff from any kid
• people always reference Maggie Simpson when you have your pacifier in your mouth...it's fitting
• you're a good dancer and you love to sing
• you can ride your trike like a champ... all by yourself

Magdalyn Beth... we love you so much.  You put smiles on all our faces every day.  We are privileged to have you as a member of our family.  Happy 2nd birthday my darling baby girl!!!