She's growing up.

And more beautiful by the day.

She woke up

The first thing she said was "I love you, mom." In her sweet, sleepy morning voice.
Those fleeting moments of tucking her in and waking her up are so special to me.
The other night at bedtime she said:
"Sometimes when you say goodnight and walk away, I cry a little because I miss you."
I told her- "So do I..." But I don't think she understands.
There is just never enough time to compensate for all the love I have.

Monkey hugs

Chloe's been giving the best monkey hugs lately!  She gets herself completely wrapped around and squeezes oh-so hard.  I love every second of it!!  Sometimes she hugs and hugs and says "I just can't get close enough!"  Me either.