Eight years ago today, this little bundle of joy came into our lives.
At 5:58am, Madeline Jireh Backes made her first and much anticipated entrance into this world. She's my little miracle that took 3 years to get here. God gave us a promise on our trip to Israel in 1998 that He would give us children. Even though He had us wait longer than we wanted to, it was only to make the blessing doubly precious and we wouldn't change a single second of it. Her middle name means, The Lord Will Provide, and He sure did!
She's become her own person, going from Disney Princess to Army and camouflage in one year. From prissy to sporty to wanting to be more fashionable. You never know what her new interest will be. She's really growing up and not a baby any more!
Madeline, we love you and are so thankful to be your Mom and Dad. You're our special gift and we're so very proud of you!
HAPPY 8th BIRTHDAY!
