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The thing I love about life with Hanna is that we can do things together... like paddle around the lake in our paddle boat. Her tiptoes barely touched the peddles but still she insists on sitting in the front seat with mom. Who could resist that smile?
There's something so relaxing about fishing with friends -- sitting on a dock, in quiet conversation, hypnotized by blue water and sunny skies...
Aaaahhhh, the good life.
Dad was so proud that Hanna learned to cast her line. He's found his newest fishing buddy. Maybe Landon can come too!
Well, Hanna is FINALLY three. We've been talking about it all year. My goal was to spend her birthday in a different place each year. She was born in Edmonton, her first birthday was at the lake, her second in our home town and this year, we were in transit -- 10 hours in dad's truck returning from the lake. What a trooper she was.
So the next day, Hanna had lots of pink cupcakes to honour this milestone.
"Look mama, the flowers are beautiful! I so love them."
Dear Hanna,
Today you are three. I've been watching you with soft, loving eyes -- admiring your natural beauty, your curious spirit and your wise ol' soul.
As you grow, you are becoming a little entertainer, always seeking to connect with people and ask questions or make them laugh. Your imagination is priceless... you take care of your sisters that we can't see. They get fed, bums changed and loved as any baby would.
I am excited to celebrate this day -- for you and for me. It's not only your birthday but a milestone for me that I'm finding my way as a mother in this world.
P.S. Sometimes I forget you are adopted. I mean, I'm forever grateful to Katie and Landon. And I'll never forget about them and the gift they've given us. Priceless. But, prior to this adoption plan, I had such a different perspective on adoption. In my head, I had this idea that adoption would be a lifelong 'hiccup' -- something to 'deal with'. That thought almost makes me giggle now Hanna.
Our life is as normal as any other family. What's normal anyways???
In fact, I've decided to give away the books the adoption agency gave us on 'building an adopted family'. While I value their perspective, I truly believe the greatest wisdom comes from watching and listening to you, my sweets! You will guide us all the way!
What a ride... 3 years & 300 posts on Hanna's Home. Thanks for precious moments!
Love,
Mama
We're on our way to the lake, I say. See you back here in 10 days...
It was so wonderful to call you and hear your voice. Hope you've had a wonderful birthday! Hanna's been talking alot about her 'other mother'. It seems she has many mothers. Who am I to argue with a child's imagination?
Stampede is here in Calgary. Look out cowboys, here comes Miss Hanna!
You'd never guess what I found on the grass. Golden locks...
Who's could they be? Hmmmm.....
You guessed it. Miss Hanna's. She decided she needed a haircut the other day when we were outside working in the yard. I didn't notice her cutting her hair, but later that day, I walked out onto the grass and something golden caught my eye...
Happy Birthday Canada! This leaf is for you!
Did you know that my birthday is coming soon too? Just 22 more days!
I can even count that high!
AND I cut hair! (I'll tell you more about that tomorrow!)
Love Miss Hanna
