6 Already!!

Happy Birthday Quincy!!! Honestly, I cannot believe that you are six years old already!! You are such a blessing in so many lives! You were the first grandchild that I actually got to be present for when you entered this world. Grandpa and I flew in to Phoenix midmorning on your birthday and your mom and big brothers -- Colton 3 1/2 and Cory 2 -- picked us up at the airport. Your mom was scheduled for inducement early the next morning but she was already have lots of pains and signs that you were soon to arrive. At dinner that evening, the hospital called and said that your Mom could come earlier and if she could be there by 9 pm they could take her that night. I well remember the conversation around the table: your dad had his first ever ice hockey game at 9 pm so he was somewhat hesitant; your Mom was anxious to get going; I assured your dad I could go with your mom and get things started and he could come after the game; Grandpa was just a little nervous about being left with the two little guys. OK, we were moving on! Your dad took off for the rink and your mom and I headed to the hospital -- but first we had to take the dog to the sitter!! Things were a little chaotic to say the least. Once we arrived at the hospital the situation progressed quite quickly ... I guess you had your own schedule unbeknownst to us because we were getting nervous that your dad was going to miss out. But true to form, he showed up just in time and you arrived to greet us all. You have been a joy ever since!

I love how much you love life. You always have a shining, sparkling smile on your sweet face and I've never been around someone that loves to sing her way through life as much as you do. You are such a girlie-girl ... pink = Quincy!! I hope you have a delightful birthday today and know that grandpa and grandma send you our love! We'll celebrate with you in person next week -- save us some cake!