Monday, April 7, 2008

Happy Birthday, Sweet Caroline!




Oh, Sweet Caroline. Can it really be true that our little baby girl is three years old today? I want to cry just thinking about it. It has been such a joy watching you grow into the child you are. You have brought your Daddy and me so much happiness over these few years. We used to tell everyone that we bought you at Target, because you were such a good child from the moment you entered this world! We love you more than words can express. We love your sweet smile, your love for music and singing. We love that you always have a song in your heart and that you use your bed at night as a stage to sing your princess and Jesus songs at the top of your lungs! We love what a good helper you are. I love dancing with you in the kitchen to our music and Daddy loves taking you on dates to China and Chick-fil-a and tickling you! We absolutely love the way you love your brother. You are so sweet to him and a wonderful, caring big sister. We can tell that he already thinks you hung the moon! Thank you for being that way--you did it naturally, all on your own, and we couldn't be more proud.

"Happy Third Birthday, Caroline Eleanore!" We will celebrate it in full style at Disney World in 2 weeks, but until then just know that we all love you and are so proud of the wonderful little Caroline you are and are becoming. As I tell you every night before we turn off your bedroom light, you make our hearts smile. Happy Birthday, sweet girl!!

18 comments:

Joy Chafin said...

What a wonderful post, Donna. I know Caroline knows how much you love her; that slideshow was so sweet. I don't remember having seen pictures of her as a baby until today. I didn't know she and RA resembled each other so much!!

She was beautiful as a baby and has grown into a beautiful little girl with the cutest personality. I hope to meet her soon! Happy birthday, Caroline!

Ashleigh said...

Happy Happy Birthday sweet Caroline!! Hope that y'all have a great day today and can't wait to see pics and here about Disney. :O) You are such a gift to many, sweet girl!

Pam said...

Happy 3rd Birthday sweet Caroline!! Wow!! It is hard to believe. I love the slide show. I know you will have a wonderful time at Disney World!! What a great way to celebrate - I think I will suggest that to Willie for my birthday!!! You are such a beautiful girl and I will see you soon!
Love,
Pam

Jennifer said...

Happy Birthday Caroline!

Seriously, that little girl has been STUNNING since the day she entered this world! And Joy is right, she and RA look so much alike as babies.

Everything you said was so sweet and sweet Caroline will cherish it when she's older and can realize how much her mommy loves her. You're one terrific mama!

Oh, and have a great time at Disney! Can't wait to see those posts!

Cissie said...

What a sweet post Donna. I was crying and laughing. I can't believe it was three years ago caroline came into this world with her full head of hair! Corey and I were watching the slide show and half way through I noticed corey holding my belly! hahaha. I told him he could stop dreaming!

HaPpy BirThdAY Caroline! We love you so much!!!

Happy Four said...

That made me cry realizing how quickly our precious ones grow. I can't believe my boys are five and three! The slide show was amazing.

Have a wonderful day with Caroline and fabulous trip in a few weeks!

Love,

Caroline

Kristin said...

What a sweet tribute to your daughter, I have tears in my eyes. Our children are what we make them, so you should be very proud of yourself for helping her become the sweet little girl she is. Happy birthday Caroline.

the mathisons said...

Hearing that song and watching the slide show got me all choked up... what a sweet little beauty! Those 3 years go by so fast... Reese will be 3 in August! Ouch!

Anna Morrison said...

I enjoyed looking at the pics. Our girls have the same birthday. My Madelyn is turning 6 today. :)
Anna

Christy said...

Donna...that was SO sweet!! I can't believe your little girl is already 3...it seems like yesterday me and Dolly were standing in the hospital hallway wating to say our 1st hello! Caroline is such a beauty and so well behaved...you and Roy have done an awesome job raising her!! Happy B-day Caroline!!! We love you!

Kristi Smalley said...

WHAT A SWEET POST! And the song fit just perfect, didn't it? I couldn't believe all the hair that she was born with. AMAZING! She is an absolute doll and I know you are so proud. Thank you for sharing all those pictures. I love it! Watch out, you will blink your eye and she will be 13 like my oldest.

Amy said...

That brought tears to my eyes! What a sweet sentiment to your little sweetheart. I'm sure she knows how loved she is!

Suzanne said...

What beautiful pictures. Caroline is a precious little girl, beautiful inside and out! I can remember when she was first born, and then her perfect 1st birthday, she has been a princess since day one. Happy 3rd Birthday, Caroline! I know your mommy and daddy will celebrate it up! Disney better be ready.
P.S. Caroline has such gorgeous dresses!

The Goldsmith's Gazette said...

Donna, what a sweet post! Caroline is so precious. I have a heart for three year olds! I hope she enjoyed her special day.

Unknown said...

Sweet Caroline. Dun Dun Dahhhh.... Where in the world have these three years gone?!?!? It makes me want to cry thinking about it too. Happy Birthday, Caroline. We love you!!!!!

Kristie said...

I'm a little late - but wanted to say what a wonderful birthday post you wrote here, Donna. Happy birthday sweet Caroline.

kirsten said...

Happy Birthday Caroline!!! Isn't it amazing how fast time flies?? I know you feel like you just brought her home from the hospital! You will have fun spoiling her at Disney!!!

Denise said...

That was so nice Donna. So many nice memories for me too! (Happy face!)