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September 12, 2011

Happy Birthday Madeline!

From the Kitchen of Katie Kick

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Dear Madeline,

Today is your birthday! You are FOUR. The past four years have flown by. Some days it seems like just yesterday you were my cute chubby baby, happy to cuddle your days away – though you still want your “mommy cuddle” on a nightly basis. Other times I feel like I can barely remember those days and this right now is how you’ve always been.

This year has been the year of the horse for you. I think we’ve checked out every book and video about horses and ponies (that is age appropriate) that the library has to offer. We’ve scoured Netflix for new horse shows. And you have never gotten your fill.

Three has been a big year for you, full of lots of firsts. Your first time seeing the ocean when we visited California this summer.

madeline beach

First time going to school. Which, by the way, you love. I’ll make sure to remind you of that in about 6 or 7 years. Your second school year just began and you’re a pro now. You know how this preschool thing works. Mommy and Daddy are so proud of you.

First time attending ballet. You are the cutest ballerina that I’ve ever seen. I could watch you dance all day.

First time away from Mommy and Daddy for an extended period of time. You had so much fun with Grandpa while we were in Greece.

We finally, successfully, potty trained you during your 3rd year. While on vacation no less. You were quite stubborn about that milestone but I think we’re all relieved that it has finally come and gone.

You’re as creative as they come. You can paint with your watercolors for hours on end, fill pages and pages with beautiful colors and then proclaim that your masterpieces are all for me – or whoever else you are smitten with that day.

happy birthday madeline

You are beautiful and I hope you never forget that. I love that you are the girliest of girls yet at the same time you’re not afraid of bugs, dirt, or playing rough with your big brother.

You still love bugs, especially ants and often try “feed” them when they show up in our house. Despite our explanations, you still don’t see a problem with this.

I love you so much and I hope you have a great 4th year! I can’t wait to see what adventures we’ll find ourselves on this year.

Hugs and Kisses (even though you’ll just wipe them off),
Mommy

P.S. I have the mother of all surprises that will be waiting for you this coming Saturday at your birthday party. I am more than THRILLED to see the look on your face and since you’re not likely to be reading this yet (since you couldn’t care less about your ABCs right now) I’m going to shout it out loud because I can’t wait. I RENTED TWO PONIES TO COME TO YOUR PARTY THIS WEEKEND. You are going to die of happiness.


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My lifelong interest in cooking has shown me that part of the goodness in life is enjoying delicious food with friends and family. I love trying new foods, discovering new places & things that help my family live the good life.

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  1. Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction says

    September 20, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    This is so sweet! Happy (belated) birthday to Madeline! 🙂

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  2. Kerstin says

    September 14, 2011 at 2:03 PM

    Happy Birthday to Madeline! Ponies sound pretty amazing – hope you all have a fantastic time!!

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  3. Donna Young says

    September 13, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Madeline and I share the same birthday! I wish I was going to have ponies at my party! How fun is that?!? Take plenty of pictures, Mommy — we can’t wait to see those smiles! 🙂
    Best,
    Donna

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  4. Shaina says

    September 13, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Oooh, I love her curls. I wish I could come Saturday just to see the look on her face when those ponies arrive!

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    • Katie says

      September 13, 2011 at 1:42 PM

      I wish you could come too!

      Reply
  5. Angela says

    September 13, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    This is so awesome…. it made me tear up! I hope she has a wonderful birthday, it sounds like she is going to be thrilled!

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  6. Sukaina says

    September 13, 2011 at 5:29 AM

    What a heartfelt letter- my daughter turned 2 in March and I wrote her a letter too! Hope to kep up the tradition! I’m sure Madeline will have a fantastic birthday…..especially when she sees the ponies!

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  7. Kristen says

    September 13, 2011 at 2:24 AM

    Happy birthday! You are growing up so fast!

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  8. Sylvie @ Gourmande in the Kitchen says

    September 12, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    Happy Birthday to Madeline! She’s going to be the happiest little girl ever when she sees those ponies, that’s like every little girl’s dream come true!.

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  9. Amy @ A Little Nosh says

    September 12, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    Aw, happy birthday sweetheart! (BTW, Katie, I have an about-to-be 4 year old boy that is SMITTEN with that little girl. Arranged marriage?)

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  10. nicole says

    September 12, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    i know this is a bit strange to ask but im going thru some potty training issues with my son right now (who ironically turned 3 this weekend as well- maybe a September baby thing) and wanted to know what worked for you to finally get her going. he is beyond stubborn and NOTHING seems to work! help 🙂

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  11. Brenda @ a farmgirl's dabbles says

    September 12, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    I think our 4 YO’s could get along quite nicely. I have a girlie, artsy, lover of horses myself. I can only imagine if a couple ponies showed up at our house. I hope Madeline has so much fun!!

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  12. Deborah says

    September 12, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    She is absolutely adorable! Happy birthday!!

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  13. Jenny Flake says

    September 12, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    What a little cutie pie! Happy Birthday to your sweet girl. Have fun today!

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  14. Lindsay @ Schnoodle Soup says

    September 12, 2011 at 6:21 AM

    This is the sweetest post. She is beautiful. Happy brithday, Madeline and have fun with your ponies this weekend!

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