My precious baby girl turned 5 today! I can not believe it has been 5 years since the first time I saw her tiny little face. Honey was born Tuesday, November 1st, at 7:55 AM. She weighed in at 8 lbs 3 ozs (the smallest of my three children) and was 19 1/2 inches long. She was born via planned c-section due to her brothers arriving the same way.
In so many ways I can not believe it has been 5 years and she is a year away from kindergarten. However many times when I talk with her I can’t believe she is only 5, she is as smart as a whip and picks up on things so quickly.
Ericka, named after her grandfather, was a pleasant surprise in our lives. Having always wanted a daughter I was reluctant to make matters permanent after our two boys. We never really decided two kids was the plan but it was kind of understanding that was not really discussed. So when we were blessed with this little one it was quite a surprise, but a happy one for sure.
With the arrival of my little girl I unexpectedly began to like pink, ruffles, and pretty dresses. Little did I know that for the first couple years of her life it would be a waste. She started taking after her brothers loving the dirt, bugs, and wrestling. Slowly though she has begun to turn around and barbies and princesses now out shine the dirt and bugs.
My daughter comes with me everywhere. If I leave the house it is rare that she is not by my side. The best part is I LOVE it. A time or two I have grocery shopped without her because she was napping or didn’t want to come and I felt lost. Like I was riding solo, without my best friend. She keeps me company during my outings and I miss her when she is not with me.
Emma says
Oh she's gorgeous!! Happy Birthday Ericka! 🙂
Chana says
Oh this is too sweet!
Isn't it sad how fast they grow.
She is beautiful and this was a lovely post:)
Heather says
awww, that post made me tear up. Such a pretty little girl!!!!
Grandma Yellow Hair says
What a darling little girl and a big Happy Birthday sent to her from Texas
Love
Maggie
Martha Ruth says
What a beautiful daughter you have! She has the biggest, bluest eyes I've ever seen! I have a little lump in my throat after reading your post. My little girl is now 26 and you are right, the years go by much too fast.
There were some rough years, (the teens) but we are now best friends again.
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And a Very Happy Birthday to your darling daughter!
Carol says
Happy 5 birthday, Honey! Love the blog design! Maybe you should keep it for longer than a week 😉
Missy says
This is such a sweet post. And I love how you designed your blog for her. I'm sure that's a big deal in her eyes. 🙂
LeeAnn says
Happy Birthday Ericka! I love the new blog design she helped you with. What an awesome way to honor her fifth birthday! Give her my love, and Rylie's too (since she is still talking about her friend that gave her the purse and the "lips").
bearhavenmama.com says
What a beautiful tribute to Honey! I have a similar relationship with my baby girl. She is always with me, and is a sweetheart…most of the time.
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blueviolet says
She is such a beautiful girl!!! She has a light in her eyes, doesn't she? Happy Birthday to her!
Aubrie Williams says
This is so sweet. I have a 10 month old and I hope she will be a friend to me like Ericka is to you.
Oh, and I totally agree that the new design is adorable. Kudos!
Mary L says
Look at those eyes. WOW what a lucky Mama. Happy Birthday!