My Blessing (The Chubby Side of the Story)

I sensed something was up, but didn't know what exactly I was in for. I kept hearing the words, "chubby" and "chunky." Mom was all snuggles as usual, so I knew everything would be okay.


Grandma Lisa cooed at me and said, "Baby Henry, how did you get "so chubby?" I love her.


She put lotion on my face...


...and then tried to get my blessing shirt (that she spent forever-plus hours crocheting) over my head. She  laughed a lot trying to do that.


I didn't think it was such a hot idea. I thought they should've been satisfied that the pants were on. Boy were those tight. With every move, I worried I'd bust that button. (I hear a similar thing happened with my cousin Liam. He didn't fit into his special outfit, either--not even the pants. I guess I take after that chubby, chubby chubster.)


I was surprised they wanted to try one last time.  Bummer it was another fail.


So, they did something they didn't do with Liam; they brought out the big guns and snipped the blessing outfit so it would fit. (Grandma Lisa said she would make another one later, like it was no big deal!)


Thank goodness for the break I got when Annabelle entered the room with her pretty makeup on. All ready for my big day. She looked so beautiful Mommy had to give her a smooch.




The scissors did the trick, and I was finally in! So, we took some more pictures with Grandma and Mommy. I still wasn't so sure about all of this.


But they tell me I'm an angel baby and that I looked pretty sweet in my blessing outfit, even if I was  feeling a little squished.

Anything for those girls.
Love, Henry

Happy Birthday, Dad!

Happy Birthday, to the most wonderful dad I could ever ask for! I can't believe how blessed I am to have you in my life. So much of my happiness and success in life I can attribute to you. Thank you for always, always loving me, never giving up on me, and making me feel like one in a million. If I had to pick the most unselfish man in the world, I'd pick you in a heartbeat. I love you more than I know how to express and hope you have a happy birthday! Love always, Marie


Dad! You are amazing, and someone I look up to so much. I love you and hope you have a wonderful birthday this year. I so wish I could give you a big hug today.
You are so handsome and I hope you've had a perfect day with lots of partying. :)

I love you!

Emily


Happy Birthday, dad! I'm so glad we were able to spend this one together. I hope you know how much I really really love you. Hearing you call me "beautiful" and "sweetheart" every day never gets old; only a special man could make a girl feel so special ;) You are such a wonderful example to me and everyone around you. Us sisters are seriously the luckiest ones in the world! You deserve the best, dad!

Total, true, love,
Lissie


Dad--
I just want to wish you a happy happy birthday!! I'm so lucky and blessed to have you as my father. You are such a wonderful example to me and my little family and I can't imagine a better grandpa to Cole. We had so much fun being with you last month, I only wish that we could be around each other more! Thank you for always treating me like a million bucks and for always being there for me and understanding me. I hope that this next year brings you lots of happiness!
I love you so much!
Love, Lauren


Happy birthday dad, I am so thankful for you as my dad. Thanks for being here for me. And i hope you get to read all the books you want this year.
-Bryant


Short and sweet, happy birthday dad. I hope you enjoy a comfortable perch as you move into another year. I love you and am blessed to have such a great man for a father.
-Matt


Happy Birthday Dad! You are the best! Love, Christian