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I can make big things happen.

In the end, this is all that matters.

My desire to learn will never end.


My capacity to love my children encompasses every fiber of my body and embeds itself deeper every year.

Some moments in my life are far grander than I dreamed possible.

I can survive that first day of kindergarten, even if I cried like a baby for two days straight.

Each year that passes I will look more like my mother.

I have discovered the beauty in things I did not appreciate.

No matter how big I get, I will always be daddy’s little girl.

I have found a life of simplicity is the best kind of life to lead.

I will be rewarded for my hard work.

I am finding that the more work I put into it, the more my house becomes my very own dream home.

If I have only one word to describe this year of life for me it would be content. I am finally content with who I am and where I am going in life. I am content with what I have and the possibility of what might be attained.

It has been a wonderful year and I thank you for sharing it with me.

xoxoxo,
Amy

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  3. Your daughter has your eyes. I remember being aggravated when people said I looked like my mom, now it brightens my day when people say my daughter looks like me :) I may not think I’m beautiful, but I sure think she is!!

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  13. Wow, thank you ALL for these wonderful birthday wishes! It has really made my day today- thank you soooo much. I am honored to have so many wonderful friends!!

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  14. Loved this post, Amy! I’m 53 weeks behind you in turning 31. =)

    So glad it’s been such a great year for you and your family–I love reading your blog!

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  19. What a sweet post! Happy Birthday! I’m so glad I have found your blog, one of my favorite things to check out each day. Thank you! (P.S. Big haircut is scheduled for next Thursday. Gulp!!)

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  22. what a beautiful post and wonderful reminder to all of us to find contentment in the moments nad things that we have and hold dear instead of spending our lives wishing for the next thing. happy beautiful birth day!

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  28. Happy Birthday Amy! What a wonderful post, and I loved all the sentiments and photos, great idea :)

    I’m with you, contentment is a very very important thing in my life. Being happy with what we have, which is so much, and not always wanting more is a huge thing for me :)

    Have a wonderful birthday and new year in your life :)

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  31. Oh, I am SO LATE to this (my blog reading . . . oy! I’m drowning in unread goodness!). I still wanted to drop in and say happy (belated) birthday! I turned 31 in June and so far, it’s been a FABULOUS year. Many happy returns!

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