oh sweet dalia.

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dalia,

we welcomed you on july 8th.
happy birthday you sweet little thing, you.

if you only knew how hard your moma worked, 
and someday you may. 

it was an honor to see you enter this world and make those first wee little noises.
seeing you open your eyes so very wide in those first moments is unforgettable.
you were quick to warm all our hearts.

i'm so delighted you are here, dalia.
you are surely something sweet.

love,

auntie




*i apologize that this picture uses a hospital blanket. 

Comments

Ma Mom said…
You are a sweetie and getting meatier every day.
May you always bloom and grow.
13/7/12
Auntie Sandy said…
Love to hear the birthing story someday, but maybe that's L's to tell...
14/7/12
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