The Ladner's: Raelinn Ann turns One Year Old

It was all such a blur. Labor and delivery. I look back at pictures and the blog post I wrote about that day...but it feels like such an out of body experience. That day, March 30, 2013, I became a mother. That day I stepped into the shadows, and this little girl was directly in the spotlight. This sweet spirit sent down to Tj and I straight from her Heavenly Father. I was holding this little piece of Heaven. Throughout her first year of life she taught us what it means to be selfless. To put ones needs before your own. Literally. I have grown up so much, because of her. She has made my heart swell, my spirit grow stronger, and my mind focus on the importance of life. The year seemed to fly by, but at the same time, I had the chance to soak up every memory and moment. It was truly the best year of my life. She has grown into a little girl. A beautiful human being both inside and out. I am grateful she was sent to us. She is the most special gift I have ever been given. I will forever be in debt to my Heavenly Father for choosing me...Tj and I both...as a couple...to protect her, teach her, and guide her through this life. We love you Raelinn Ann Ladner. What a fabulous year it was.

From the very beginning we knew your were special. Soooo many people showed up for your baby shower. I was honestly shocked!!! We were givin so many gifts. It was amazing!

Mommy's friend Jessica Maley has taken pictures from the beginning!!! Our maternity photos were taken at a park here in Tonopah and at the Mizpah hotel! It was so so so soooooo cold out that day.

You were the cutest baby in the hospital. No doubt about it. At one day old you were perfect.

Your newborn photos were so fun. Jessica came over to the house and we set up a little studio in our bedroom. You wanted to nurse a million times, and that was the first time you projectile launched (spit up) allll over!