Early morning. Little toes bouncing in delight. Squeals and bounces all over Daddy and Mummy's bed. A very full bed, elbows and legs squished in. Loud voices. Paper everywhere. More squeals of delight and detailed comments about little fancies and cute froggies on gift wrap. Big brothers eager to explore new things. Attempts to calm wild, silly talk and settle giggly bellies.
Big hugs. Squeezy hugs. Tight hugs. Daddy hugs!
Soft words of consolation to baby doll. Long legs of Ollie owl - pulled and tangled. Big brother uses for soccer practise (on his sister). Children dressed. Chosen new hair ties (ice-cream ones:) embellishing ponytails. Routines followed. Car reverses from driveway.
Cake birthday hat - three sweet candles. Smiles from teachers and staff. Birthday well wishes at brother's school.
Decision making at cake counter. Instant choice - choc. cake. Mess everywhere. Two straws. Quiet togetherness. Smiles shared across the table. Slurps and chocolate moustaches. Quiet thoughts. Mine on future for our daughter. Hers on the icy-ness of her drink. Coughs and splutters and priceless facial expressions. Back for more. Some saved for big brother - wrapped precariously in serviettes and carried home.
Fun with new gifts - threading cards, half a game of memory and magic markers! Fun with joined chopsticks and cotton wool. Telephone calls from loved ones.
Another year gone. More little chattery words heard around the house "Can you come over here for a second?" and lots of the word "probably!" Shoes grown out of. Clever drawings taking shape - a fountain of words describing spotty shirts, shoes worn, names of characters...Cute little girly-isms smiled over and Daddy and Mummy glances across the table. Still plenty of growing up with brotherly wrestles. Lots of teasing, lots of imaginary play. Plenty of puzzles, nappy changes, trips to the potty, play and laughter.
Fattened calf prepared for evening meal. Veggies yet to be prepared. Moments to celebrate.
Time passed. Memories shared. Moments savoured before they fly away into the tiny crevices in my memory.
We love you Rosa. Glad to share in your third Birthday. May you grow close to the one who loves you most!
XOX
Dad and Mum
4 comments:
What a delightful collection of photos and memories!
Happy birthday, Rosa!
Happy Birthday, sweet little girl! What a happy place the world is to have blessings like you! It is so lovely to follow your family togetherness! God bless you all as you look forward to another blessing too!
I love your blog, Sharon. It's wonderful to read. We'd love to see you all, and especially Rosa whom we've yet to meet.
So sweet. What a lovely post. Happy birthday, Rosa!
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