Dear Elleana,

Precious doll, you've added so much joy to our lives.

You are a treasure. A treasure that is 11 months old today!

This morning in bed you reached over and touched my face, and so sweetly said,

"hiiiiiiiiiiii."

What an amazing way to start the day!

Sweet girl,

I love the way you

kick your legs when you are

happy and excited

or "flapping your wings" as daddy calls it.

I love the way you

try to say amen after a prayer

"maman."

I love the way you know exactly what

you want and try to communicate it

every way you know how.

You are feisty and tenacious,

and those qualities will

no doubt be used for good.

I love the way you kiss,

No kissing actions, instead a

loud

"mwah!"

I love how you are almost

identical to my baby pictures,

but that I see your Daddy and

brother in you too.

You are a showstopper

when we are out and about

your sweet 4 tooth smile

stops people in their tracks,

your joy is infectious.

Love you so much Elle Belle, my sweet little dove!