I can remember it like it was yesterday, which is surprising since I can't seem to recall her name half the time. I was very young and very scared. Our birth experience was less than stellar. I didn't know about interventions like I do now. So of course we had every one. But regardless, it was one of the best days of my life. I didn't know at the time how profoundly this little baby would shape my life. I didn't know that God had sent her here to help me grow. I didn't know how we would make it. And I didn't know how I would take care of her. But God did. He protected us both and provided for us when it seemed like there was no way. She loved me even when I was not qualified at all to be a mommy. She was a wonderful baby. So full of smiles and laughter. We are so fortunate to have Mackenzie as our daughter.
1 month old
3 months
Mackenzie and my mom

Mackenzie with mama and paw paw
She loved the johnny jump up. It was one of God's little gifts to me. My mom used to rave about how much I loved it when I was a baby, so it was sweet to me that Mackenzie like it too.
1st time on an airplane
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Always smiling

At the lake with mommy

I am so thankful she didn't break her neck. What a far cry from the Britax seats we must have now!

1st dance recital

Dressing up

Playing with her daddy

One of her karate trophies

On "our" wedding day. We were a package deal.

Precious to me

She has grown up to be such a beautiful young lady. We love you Mackenzie!!
