Friday, May 30, 2008

Happy Birthday Lucas! Happy Birthday Ashlee!

Today my babies turn 2! Part of me can hardly believe that it's only been 2 years since they were born. In the same breath, it feels like they just arrived yesterday.





Lucas Marvin
Born at 1:18pm
5 lbs 2oz, 19 inches












Ashlee Faith
3:42pm
(yes, that's correct)
5lbs 13oz, 19.5 inches







Since the day they were born, they've each been unique. Lucas is usually very serious and "all boy." Ashlee began her life as a drama queen and has never looked back (notice the 2.5 hour delay between their births)! In the two brief years they've been on this earth, they've taught me so much about being a mother and follower of Christ. It hasn't always been easy, but their lives have given me joy each and every day.

Lucas,

You're such the little man. You want to do everything your big sister does (plus some). You love to "help" Daddy. You are strong willed and determined. I know that if I do my job and train you properly, you will use that strong will of yours for the Lord to further His kingdom. You are a very serious little boy, but you also know how to be silly. When you belly laugh, you make our whole family crack up!


Ashlee,

I've never met a little girl as loving as you! You are constantly offering hugs, "sugar-lips" and affection. God knew just what I needed when He made you my daughter!! I treasure the endless kisses and hugs. You have a fiery temper to match that beautiful red hair. I pray, that as I parent you, you will learn to focus that "passion" toward our Savior, and win people for Him.

You both make my heart swell with joy and pride.

I love you,

Mommy

7 comments:

  1. Happy Birthday Ashlee and Lucas!

    I have a little guy that turned two March 23!

    Have a great day!

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  2. I am just amazed at how fast these two years have flown by. I'm trying to remember the days of them being infants, and my own children being babies. It's gone so fast!

    Happy Birthday Lucas and Ashlee!

    Aunt Amanda loves all you Beavers!:-)

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  3. happy birthday lucas and ashlee! so cute. and YAY for the inspi(red) shirt. i love gap red. and you! see you soon.

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  4. Happy Birthday budds!!


    Thanks for letting me be apart of their (and your) lives!

    I'm trying my best for tomorrow :)

    Love you!

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  5. Yay! Happy B- day babies!! I love you! My math musn't be right.... I get an hour and a half outta that? eh? I was thinkin' it was 2.5 too, though. That is way weird. I still remember coming to see you when you were admitted 98324596 times for obs (not really- I think you were just fakin.) Then I remember coming up to see ashley and lucas for the first time. I was working in the ER then and couldn't wait to get off so I could run upstairs to hold em'! Love yall

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  6. Happy Birthday to your precious 2-year olds!!

    Thank you for your comment on my blog. Adoption has been such a blessing for us, and Owen could not bring us more joy! I pray that your foster parenting process will go smoothly as God leads you to your next little one.

    I'd love to hear more about the foster care experience!

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  7. Okay, a 2 1/2 hour labor AFTER delivering your first DOES NOT sound fun!
    Crazy, crazy!
    i want to read more about your labor and delivery process.
    do a post on it, or leave me a comment about it!! :D

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