Happy Birthday, Mary

Mary, we hope you have a fabulous birthday! You are such a big girl - 6 years old. We remember when you were born. Uncle Carl was there and he kept calling to give me updates. His job was to take care of Hattie since your Mommy and Daddy were busy getting to know you. He took Hattie on lots of walks and tried to keep her out of trouble.

I was so excited to find out your name. It seemed like we had to wait forever for you to be born. Seems to happen a lot in this family - ask Sheshee and Poppy about that. They have waited many hours for their grandaughters to be born.

Finally, Uncle Carl called to tell me you were born and that you were a beautiful little baby! Uncle Carl was so excited to be your uncle. I could not wait to see pictures but it took a few days. I just loved your name - Mary Lourdes - so pretty and classic. It fits you perfectly and it's special since you are named after your Aunt Lourdes!

Mary, we are so proud of you and think you are such a spectacular (that's a fancy word for wonderful) niece. It's been so fun to watch you grow up before our eyes. We are so glad to have a little girl for you to grow up with. Evie thinks you are really special and can't wait to see you again. You have lots to teach Evie. We love you! Can't wait to see you.