It doesn’t seem possible. 5 sounds so much older than 4. I keep telling her to stop growing, to stay small, but she says, “mom! God created us to have birthdays!” She’s right-God created her to grow and mature and honor and glorify Him and grow up into a woman with a gentle and quiet spirit who LOVES HIM and serves Him and others. She’s off to a great start! I can honestly say that she is a JOY and a DELIGHT to our family. She has a very sweet little heart. She is obedient and respectful. She does not have an attitude or a temper. She is almost always happy & smiling and willing & eager to help me around the house. She is my messiest child- her room is always a disaster, but she is quick to clean it when I tell her. She’s mostly a tomboy, but she likes girly things, too. She is VERY smart and learns quickly- she’s already reading!! She is BRAVE!! She has always been tough- she’s never been one to whine or cry when she falls (unless it’s bad). She was the first to ride a BIG roller coaster- even the boys wouldn’t do it!! And speaking of brave, can you guess what she wanted for her 5th birthday? Can you tell from these pictures?
She got her ears pierced!! The boys were telling her, “it’s going to hurt really bad like a shot!” She said, “shots don’t hurt that bad.” They said, “you’re probably going to cry.” She said, “no I won’t.” And she didn’t !!!! She sat as still as could be, held James’ hand, and didn’t make a sound. When it was done, she looked in the mirror and smiled and said, “I didn’t even cry!” We’re so proud of our BIG girl.
I’ll post photos of her birthday party at some point, but for now… I need a little nap 🙂
When Keagan first met her, he pointed at her and said repeatedly, “What’s that?” We got that on video:)
She has James’ feet- long and skinny. Super long fingers and toes- our first baby to have those! The rest have my chubby hands and feet – sorry kids.
James did an amazing job taking photos- we have over 200!!
by emily
Cari - Awesome!!!! Thank you soooo much for the pics. Now I won’t have to check your blog twice (or ten) times a day. Congratulations!!! She’s great.
Heather - So Cute!!! Can’t wait to see her in real life! Love to you all.
Kelli - OH–she is TOO sweet. I love that photo of Keagan looking at her. Congrats, my friend. God has blessed you…again! LOVE YOU—from the Gleeson’s
Sierra - Yeah!!!! What a beautiful addition to your family. Congratulations to all the kiddos on gaining a new sibbling! Chole is beautiful.
Amber Hanshaw - Congratulations! For some reason I was thinking you were due in January. I bet you’re glad I was wrong! She’s beautiful!
Nicole Anderson - Wow…you make cute babies. Love her name 🙂 Can’t wait to meet her! Love, Nicole
Christine - Sweet, beautiful baby girl! I cannot wait to meet her. Congratulations and let me know if there is ANYTHING you need 🙂
Dena - Congrats… she is adorable…I know exactly how to pray for you over the next few weeks…
You guys did a great job with the name…
Blessings!
Dena
Mary - I’m so excited for all of you! She is such a beautiful girl! What an amazing blessing from God. Can’t wait to meet her.
Sara - Yay! Congratulations. She’s a beauty. So happy for you.
brenda - Awwh! I can’t imagine anyone happier than Mommy to have another girl, except maybe Kennedy:) Congratulations
Stef - So happy for you guys and thinking of you everyday enjoying these first precious days. Can’t wait to meet little Chloe. Love the middle name, so beautiful. Love, Stef
Debbie - Congratulations!!! She is just beautiful. Best wishes to the whole family. Love The Fandre’s
Jen Kallin - Makes me want to have another baby so badly, despite all the uncomfortableness. Congratulations. She’s beautiful, like her mama!
naomi - aaaah! how did I miss this!?
what a delightful blessing; congratulations!