Dear Makayla,

This year has just flown by and although your birthday was over a week ago, I am still in denial that you are actually one year old. You are such a sweetheart!! I couldn't even imagine my life without you in it. Your smile and laugh melt my heart instantly and I just can't get enough of watching you walk. You were a really early walker. You started around 10 months which totally blew everyone away since you look like you are about 6 months old. Your such a tiny little thing and so stinking adorable. When I took you into the doctor last week for your 12 month appointment, the doctor said that you are in the 6th percentile on your weight and 3rd on your height. But inside of your tiny little body, there is a huge heart and tons of irresistable personality. You are constantly being doted upon by three other little mommies, especially Hailey. Hailey is constantly playing the role of protector in your life. She is always so concerned about your safety and comfort. It it SO precious!!! She is also your best friend and I'm pretty sure she would do absolutely anything for you. I am constantly amazed by her loyalty to you. I have never seen such a sweet relationship between sisters at such a young age. The only bad thing about you and Hailey being such close little buddies, is that you are watching her a little too closely. In just the last week or so, you have started climbing up onto the strangest things. It is making me very nervous. Hailey is a very fun and adventurous girl but I'd be scared to death to have two of her. :) Makayla, this last year has been amazing and I am so looking forward to all of the years to come. I love you with all of my heart and soul and feel so incredibly blessed to call you my daughter. Love Always and Forever, Mommy