Dear Maggie,

I just wanted to take a minute and tell you some of my favorite things about you right now. You wave to people. You wave back when they wave at you. And sometimes, with daddy especially, you wave when they walk by you. It is so sweet. You wave by opening and closing your hand. You give kisses. You kiss right on the lips mostly, and sometimes on the cheeks. You pucker your lips and sometimes even make a sound with it. So sweet. You give the best hugs. You are such a little cuddler. I adore it. Recently you started to be scarred of some things. Like the sound the bathtub makes when it is draining. Or noisy toys. When you get scarred you come to me. I hate for you to be scarred, but I do love being able to rescue you. You take a couple of steps here and there. I think you could walk if you wanted to, but I don't think you know that. You have the best smile. It is so precious. And you giggle. Also, you still play shy sometimes, even with me and daddy. You are the perfect combination of sugar and spice. I love the energy you add to our family and our home. You are a little ray of sunshine and a spoonful of sugar. I so much love being your mommy. I can't believe a year ago you weren't here. I can't imagine life without you now.

I love you baby girl!

Love,
Mama