One year!
Unbelievably, Lily turns one year old today. It’s still ridiculous when I think about it, because it seems like just yesterday that I was holding her in my arms after welcoming her into the world only minutes earlier. But it also seems like it all happened ten years ago. What an incredible blur it’s all been.
Things have settled significantly over the past few weeks. After illnesses and the stress of confirming her many allergies, Lily has become accustomed to her limited diet. In fact, she spent the past two weeks having some kind of growth spurt – we couldn’t shovel food in there fast enough! While that’s tapered as of late, seeing her eat that much was still a very welcome sight for mommy and daddy.
Her personality is developing more than ever! She’s developed quite a little attitude about some things, and has already learned how to get into serious mischief. However, she thankfully spends way more of the day smiling and goofballing than being sassy.
Pictures and videos to come – especially following her celebration with family and friends this coming Saturday.
We love you more than anything, Lily – happy first birthday! Here’s to 365 days of pure magic. We can’t wait for many, many more.

Kempa Family:
Dear Lily,
we wish you a wonderful and happy first birthday! We are sure you will get heaps of presents and a nice birthday party. We are waiting for pictures
Take care, big hug and kisses from Germany
Andrea, Christoph and Pauline
February 23, 2010, 5:40 pm