How do you measure a year?

One of my favorite songs is the song "Seasons of Love" (find it here).  When Adelaide turned one, I put together a post using some of the lyrics from the song for her first birthday.  Although I have not done near the amount of documentation I did during Adelaide's first year, this was one post I wanted to make sure Evie had too.          

Five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes

Five hundred twenty five thousand moments so dear

Five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes

How do you measure, measure a year?

In daylights,

in sunsets

In midnights,

 in cups of coffee

in inches,

 in miles, 

in laughter,

 in strife

In five hundred twenty five thousand six hundred minutes

How do you measure, a year in the life? 

Evie, you've been everything we never knew we would need this year. 

With the exception of sleep. 

We definitely needed more sleep.

If we had to pick two words to sum up your personality it would be spirited and joyful.  You are full of energy and determination, with a smile that can brighten the darkest of days. 

We are so very thankful that you are our daughter.  

Your dad and I have been praying for you since the day we found out there was a you, and we've prayed so many things on your behalf.  God has already answered so many of our prayers in your first year of life, and we continue to be amazed at God's goodness displayed through you. 

As we look forward to the years ahead of us,

We pray...

that you will have a rich faith in God and know the Lord deeply

with a compassionate heart to love others 

and resilience to carry you through life's trials

that you'll be hard working and confident in your abilities, but humble and conscientious 

growing up to be gracious and wise, 

clothed in strength and dignity

laughing without fear of the future (Proverbs 31:25)

that you're always surrounded by the people who love you 

and you never for a single second doubt how very loved you are

that health issues will be few and far between

and regardless of how life twists and turns, 

 that you know real joy and remain truly grateful in all circumstances.

Happy First Birthday Evelyn Grace.