6.22.2011

Hi Monster

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Hi Monster.

We can tell you really love having Sheriah with us.
You get excited when you see her...
and even started saying "Riah".

Sharing your toys has been easy. 
She has been teaching you all kinds of new things.
You watch her constantly - always learning.

Sharing your snacks is so much fun. 
You both end up is fits of giggles when you try to feed Sheriah.
Last night you kept switch popcycles...
Bite, switch, giggle, repeat and then a sloppy kiss.

You have been a champ, taking it in stride.
But as wonderful as it is going, I know it has been hard for you too.

Last night and this morning, I can tell it is bugging you a little.
You went from ignoring mommy, to wanting me to hold you all the time.

In the middle of the night, you cried out for us....
over and over.
I think you just needed to know we were there...
and of course we were.

You are such a routine kind of girl...
even though you pretend to love surprises...
this one is sticking around and things are all mixed up.

One-on-one time isn't as free flowing as before...
and when daddy comes home, he has three girls to say hello to.

Change is hard...
sharing is even harder.

We just wanted to say, that we are incredibly proud of you monster.
You welcomed Sheriah with open arms and popsicle kisses.

One day you will understand how important those kisses are...
and you will be so proud of you too.

and

and then, she {snapped}


12 comments:

Cari said...

You are such an inspiration. Your family is so gracious and kind, how blessed those 2 little girls are. Your family will be in my prayers:)

Melanie said...

Not many things better than popsicle kisses, especially from that cute lil monster!

This shot is so pretty in B&W.

Heidi said...

Love.

Rachel @ Finding Joy said...

Beautiful words and beautiful photo.

I love your line -- Change is hard...sharing is even harder. Praying for you during this transition time.

Rachel

rachel said...

ditto what Heidi said, and what the other Rachel said too.

Gina Kleinworth said...

The composition on this shot is perfect!!!

Nancy said...

Amazing! Great photo.

Unknown said...

Precious photo! So glad to hear they are getting along well!!

Tabitha Blue said...

Wow, this is amazing. Made me cry and it's so touching. :)

~Tabitha

from mel said...

This is so beautiful! So excited to the changes in your family! Congrats on the new member of your fam :)

Melissa said...

This a beautiful post. It touched my heart.

Carol said...

I am all choked up. What a beautiful thing having two girls will be...