Bug's Birthday!!

Carolyn turns 23 today. How is that possible? It doesn't seem like it was that long ago that they placed that round faced, olive skinned baby girl in my arms. I will never forget that day. It was pouring rain...and when Scott brought my grandma to see her they were both soaked clear through. Grandma wondered if the babies got mixed up. Carolyn's hair was so dark..and her skin too. Just like her great grandma katie's. She was such a beautiful baby. No wrinkles to fill out though. 9lbs 14oz kind of takes care of the wrinkles....but she did have rolls....lots of them. I remember thinking "What will my little girl grow up to be like?" Well, I have an answer for that now. She grew up to be a loving and caring person that has such a big heart. When she told me she had decided to pursue a career in special education I knew without a doubt that it was a perfect fit for her. She loves her students. I was not at all surprised that she and Brent went and bought a coat for one of her students that came to school without one. It is not a job that I could handle....but she looks forward to being with them each day. The other day she told me that her facilitator at her school told her that she should apply to be a facilitator in the district. I said "That's great. More money...not having to deal with the kids." She said "Mom, I didn't get a degree in special education to do paper work. I got a degree to help children. I want to be in the classroom." Well.....my heart burst with pride and joy as I realized that all the dreams I had for that little girl in my arms are being realized. She is just like the person I wanted her to grow up to be. Happy Birthday Bug. I hope you had a great day with you class today....and I'm sure they loved celebrating ground hogs day...and your birthday all at once. And....I know there was no mix up at the hospital....because she is so much like me that it is scary sometimes....just ask Brent....ha ha.