Happy first birthday as a mother!

I am so proud of you! And so excited for this upcoming year! You are amazing! 

Exactly one week ago we welcomed little Arlo into our lives, thanks to your powerful and intense sacrifice. Since then this past week has been a blur with first times and new adjustments, and they have all been so wonderful.  I am most excited that all of that is going to continue for the next year and beyond, this year of your life is going to be amazing. 

I know we have a lot on our plate right now, and I know you deserve so much on your birthday. I am going to do my best to show you that today. 

I love you so much Kara, Happy Birthday!

• 20 May 2013