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Dear Hurley Hanako,

I want you to know that I am so blessed and grateful to be your mother.  I thought that Brooklen's first year went by fast.  Yours, however, just flew by in a blink of an eye.  You have such a spirited personality, and I melt when you smile at my with your big, blue eyes.

(from left to right: 1 day, 1 month, 2 months,
3 months, 4 months, 5 months)


(6 months, 7 months, 8 months,
 9 months, 10 months, 11 months)

I prayed for a child with curly hair, but then I tried not to get too excited when I saw a little texture in your hair.  Now, however, I am convinced that you've got the real thing. 

You are still the toughest chick I know.  You get pushed and prodded by your brother all day long; I'm pretty sure you could hold your own in almost any situation.  You are walking now, and I know if won't be long until you are running through the house (please Hurley, take your time learning how to do this).  You love to climb and can easily make your way up any slide at the playground.

You are an excellent eater.  I'm pretty sure you've tried almost everything by now, and you certainly aren't picky. I am weaning you right now, and you are fighting back with all your will. Last week, I had to steam clean the car because you shook your milk all over the car.

You do lots of tricks. You way bye-bye, blow kisses, play peekabo, and clap your hands. You also love to mimick the rest of your family. You pretend to wash your belly, or use a towel to pretend to clean the floor.

Hurley, you have been a wonderful addition to our family.  We all are completely smitten by your spirit.

Love,

Your Mom