how did we get here?

in 3 short years my sweet little girl has gone from this





(pardon the acne)





to this

sad to think that in the blink of an eye she is already 3. i take a step back every day and thank God for the beautiful little girl and family that i have.  i have enjoyed every minute diapers (thank God no more), book reading, dress up (yes she makes me wear a tutu), tea partys, and all other time with this angel. she has personality and character galore. her strong willed and stubborn traits are a bit of a challenge now but i think will serve her well later in life. couldn't have asked for a sweeter little girl and i can't wait to see what kind of girl she grows up to be.

p.s. i'm totally crying as i'm typing this :)