Today she is 11.
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I still remember her as a 2 year old running around the house in high heels and belly laughing as she yelled “Congratulations” (her favorite word) to all of us. She doesn’t do that anymore, but her spunk and joy are still there and we still get to hear that sweet belly laugh.
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Of all of our kids, she is me in so many ways, and as she has grown I see more of myself as a child. I am so thankful for my sweet middle baby, and love being her mom. It is a gift and blessing, happy birthday sweet Elise.
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