brown. i like it. a lot.

To my beautiful, brilliant, delightful Naomi,

This week you will be 18 months old. Quite a little lady, not so much baby. You love to jabber, talk on the phone and "sing song" (especially ABCs). I'm always surprised by what you know and comprehend - it seems so wildly beyond a little person your size. Simply, you amaze me every day.

What I love most about you (besides your funny humor, sweet hugs and kisses, and irresistible smile) is the joy you bring into the hearts of everyone you meet. You came into this life with an incredible spiritual gift.

When, 20 years from now you look back at what I have written, know that you have blessed my life and hundreds of others... from the grumpy old man in the check-out line at the grocery store to the students who look forward to seeing you each week at the University. You've blessed our family and the life of your beautiful birthmother who looks forward to seeing your happy face. You bring sunshing to the soul. i love you. happy 18mo.