Three years ago, we each held Lily for the first time. She charmed us from the start with her exuberant, expressive personality!
Lily has grown up quickly, working hard to keep up with Johnny and Emma, but she throws her arms around my neck the same way she did as a baby. It’s not unusual for her to hug each family member when she wakes up in the morning, and she often puts an arm around Johnny or Emma as they sit playing together. I love that she jumps up and down with excitement when she likes something, the insights into her world that I get through her chatter, and the passion with which she embraces everyday life.
Happy Birthday, Lily!
MaryAnne lives in Silicon Valley with her Stanford professor husband Mike and their four children. She writes about parenting through education, creativity, and play. Mama Smiles - Joyful Parenting is a space to share crafts, hands on learning activities, and family outings that enrich lives and bring families together.
Happy Birthday Lily!
Aww, I remember when she was born!! Happy Birthday, Lily :)
She is so adorable! Happy Birthday to Lily! I can’t believe she is 3 already.
I can’t believe it, either!
Happy birthday Lily! That is a beautiful photo. I hope three is a great year – looks like you will have a couple of birthdays close together next year but so nice that your daughters are not sharing the same day.
Happy B-day & love the braids!!!
Thanks! :)
Happy birthday to a sweet baby who is turning into a big sister right in front of our eyes!
She is very excited about becoming a big sister!
Happy birthday, Lily!
Happy Birthday Lily – these babies are growing way to quickly
How do they grow up so fast???
Happy Birthday Lily! So glad she got to have her special day before baby comes. Thinking of you!
Thanks! I’m glad they will each gt their own birthday :)
She is gorgeous!!! Happy birthday to a fun and fabulous girl!
She looks like a joy. Happy birthday to your girl!
I am so grateful to have her as my daughter!
Happy Birthday, Lily! Look at those blue eyes!
Thank you! I love her blue eyes :)
Happy Birthday to Lily! What a cutie pie!
I saw your comment on my blog and had to come wish your Lily a Happy Birthday! She is a beauty. I hope she had a great day!
3 is a great age to be…I’m glad she is embracing it with happiness!!!! :)
Happy birthday! They grow up so quickly!
Happy birthday :) I’m sure you get this all the time.. but she looks JUST like you! :)
Happy Birthday, Lily! I can’t believe how grown up she looks.
She has grown up so quickly!
happy birthday Lily!
Happy Birthday to Lily! Your Lily and my Grace are almost exactly the same age- 3 days apart. I was a little sad to see Grace turn 3 because it feels like the official end of the baby stage, but I’m looking forward to the days ahead too.
How fun! I agree that the third birthday is bittersweet.