13

hardly seems possible.  how is this little munchkin....

now a teenager??? 

Hannah Renee, you are such a gigantic part of this family.  you are loved for so many reasons, but what clearly stands out most to me is the wonderful way you stay true to you, exactly you....you are content and confident, funny and sweet.  you are warm and gifted.  we cherish you.  dad and I celebrate your birthday with such thankfulness that you were born~ safe and purely adorable.  your pregnancy was filled with ups and downs, yet completely 100% worth every moment of concern when i consider the joy you've added to our lives already in your thirteen years...keep holding fast and shining brightly!  much love...Mom