That’s the best word to describe you.  We cannot even count now how many times a stranger has seen you and declared, She looks just like a Precious Moments drawing!  We happen to agree, but mostly because we know you.  Sometimes we even call you our Precious Moment.  But precious is not the only word. 

There’s also, frustrating, when you continue to climb on the chairs and dining table, even after numerous tumbles have resulted in bleeding lips.

Darling, the way you say “Mama.” 

Hilarious, your antics that have your big brothers and sister busting up with laughter.

Beautiful, as your sleepy eyes finally close so your eyelashes gently rest on your chubby, rosie cheeks.

Captivating, your feet – I’ve always been fascinated, as you know, and stare at them whenever and wherever I can.  I can’t help it.  They are the world’s cutest feet.  Ever.

Loud, the way you greet Daddy at the end of the day, with your arms stretched way up over your head and your hands quickly opening and closing and yelling “HI!  HI!  HI!”, pushing your way to the front of the crowd, hoping he’ll pick you up first. 

Wonderful, the way you still come to me many times a day just for a snuggle, and reassurance, the way you check in, and lay your head on my shoulder for a few moments.  I love that for now, my arms mean all’s right with the world.

Petite, your tiny frame belies the fact that today you’ve marked seventeen energetic months of life. 

Adorable, though it’s a toss up between your tights-clad legs and new shoes – I’m not sure there’s anything in the world so adorable….your little bit of pigeon-toed-ness makes me smile….a lot – and your “po-tails”.

Feisty, you are definitely NOT going to be left out of anything, and will let any and all siblings know when you are most seriously displeased.

Exuberant, the way you’ve been about life since the very beginning, in spite of the hurdles we had to overcome to make it. 

Unique – you are all you!  Yes, you share physical similarities with the army of siblings you have, but you are just you.  I’m completely in love with just you. 

And Precious.  So much so, that I find tears in my eyes when I think that Daddy and I almost decided we were happy with our four children before you.  That they would be enough.  We love each one of them beyond measure.  But you have brought a newness and a totally different flavour to add to this family, and I am forever grateful that God chose me to be your Mommy, my Precious Girl. 

I love you!