Bennett Lee || Five Years Old

Bennett Lee you are officially five. One whole hand old! 

You have waited and waited for this day. You have happily watched others open presents, you have sweetly cheered as wishes were made on blown out candles, you have excitedly sang "Happy Birthday" too many times to count. And today it is finally all about you.

You are the third child--you have lived a life of hand-me-downs, not being big enough, waiting your turn, and giving in to the baby. You rarely get your way or have a say, but none of this matters to you. God did not make you dependent on others. Instead he made you with inherent happiness and infectious joy. Instead he made you, you. Bennett Lee, a blessing. 

 

Everyone loves you. You are the secret favorite; the winner of the best kid award (given out by me). I can't decide if its your cute dimples, your always messy face, your optimistic attitude, your big heart, your little giggle, your imagination, or your care-free spirit that makes you so loveable. It's probably just that perfect mix. 

You love us so well, and today is the day to make sure we love you right back. 

Bennett, Bubba, B. You are sunshine. You are joy. You are sweetness.

And you are five! Happy Happy Birthday. Love ya.