Lila is 3!

To My Dearest Lila DeLaney Boyle,
You are 3 years old today. You are the sweetest, funniest, bravest little princess that I've ever met.  

Three years ago, you came into our lives on a cold day after Thanksgiving. I knew you would be independent from that very first day. You were ready to conquer the world even then.

I didn't quite know the extent of your independence yet, but you are good about teaching me every day.  I will realize that it's a blessing that you want to do every little thing for yourself.  Just give me some time.

Sometimes, I think I'll blink my eyes and you'll be in high school and I'll be sad. And then I see this picture and realize my energies are better spent praying that your Dad and I make it through your high school years.

You really are so beautiful. You have me, Dad, and Nate wrapped around your little finger. It's been your plan all along.

You play hard, work harder, scream loud and love big. 

We are so glad that you chose us to be your family. We didn't know what we were missing when you graced us with your presence on November 26, 2010.

 But now we know that we wouldn't be the same without you, my sweet one.  

Happy Happy 3rd Birthday Lila Lou!