Linden's Two!

On this day, two years ago, we welcomed our darling Linden Bloom into the world! This time two years ago, I would have been settling onto a pull-out chair in Linden's room for one of the worst night's sleep I've ever had. :-)

After celebrating your arrival with Mom and your grandparents, I followed you up to your room in the NICU to make sure you were all settled in before heading back down to tell Mom all about you and your first trip.

Two years later, I can't believe how far you've come. You are one of the most independent and self-assured people I know. You're already so wise and incredibly fun to spend time with.

Having just moved into a new house a week ago, we're looking forward to settling into a new life of normalcy and comfort, though we recognize the moments of each may be fleeting.

We've celebrated your second birthday a few times and each time you've most enjoyed everyone singing you the birthday song and the opportunity to blow out candles.

This year, your birthday gifts were themed. You either received some form of puzzle or some form of bicycle. Just goes to show that we have you pegged as someone who's always wanting either quite time to figure things out, or be on the move.

We already know that this next year is going to be the best one yet. You figure so much out each day that we can't even imagine who you'll be when you turn three. We love you, Linden!