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just Vivienne

Nothing fancy today.

Just Vivienne. Hanging out at home.

Being her sassy, adorable, and positively squeezable self.

As usual.

Even in the ordinary surroundings of a regular afternoon… playing “mom”, taking on and off her silly bandz, and loading and unloading the contents of her purse, something about her is extraordinary.

And, since I can take absolutely no credit for her genetic make-up, spectacularly beautiful.

Vivienne’s birthday is coming up in a few days.

She will turn three.

I can not wait.

To see the look on her face when we sing Happy Birthday.

When she blows out her candles.

When she unwraps her presents.

This will be our first time to celebrate her birthday with her.

A chance to fully celebrate this little life that has blessed us so.

And I’m not sure who’s more excited about it: Vivienne, or me.

But I’m guessin’ it’s me.

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10.28.10 · Vivienne 15

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  1. Patricia/NYC says

    October 28, 2010 at 8:56 PM

    Look at her cutie pie self!!! Adorable for sure! She's lookin' a bit more "grownup" in these pics too…must be that "being on the brink of turning 3" thang! Can't wait to see the photos of her big celebration! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  2. Adrian Roberta says

    October 28, 2010 at 9:31 PM

    I love 1st ForeverFamily Birthdays!!! May your whole sweet family rejoice in your Together'ness'

    Love it!

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  3. Chasing Dreams Photography says

    October 28, 2010 at 9:36 PM

    She is so adorable!!!!!!!!!!! Love her hair…so cute!!

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  4. Jen says

    October 28, 2010 at 11:33 PM

    Does she actually get cuter? Is that possible? I think it is!

    Happy Birthday Viv!

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  5. Rachelle says

    October 28, 2010 at 11:56 PM

    Happy Birthday, Sweet Girl! So adorable.

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  6. Natalie says

    October 29, 2010 at 12:12 AM

    What happened to your baby? She is looking so grown up and just keeps gettin' cuter and cuter.

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  7. China Dreams says

    October 29, 2010 at 1:18 AM

    If this is her first birthday, you're probably more excited, but once she knows what's going on, that will change! Enjoy ๐Ÿ™‚

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  8. TanyaLea says

    October 29, 2010 at 1:40 AM

    Oh wow, Stefanie… she sure is growing up. I remember so vividly you waiting to travel…how exciting that she is HOME for her birthday this year. I'm certain for this milestone, you must be the more excited one… I know I will be, too, come Feb.8th!! ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Vivi is positively blooming. You're right, girl has got some beautiful genes!! She has really pretty hair…looks so thick and healthy!

    Happy 3rd Birthday to Vivi… Can't wait to see the celebration pics!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Hugs,
    Tanya

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  9. Dusty says

    October 29, 2010 at 1:40 AM

    She is so beautiful! Hope she has a wonderful birthday and you enjoy every second of it!

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  10. prechrswife says

    October 29, 2010 at 2:08 AM

    She is so precious! Wishing her a very happy 3rd birthday! (3 is such a fun age)

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  11. Annie says

    October 29, 2010 at 2:35 AM

    Beautiful!!!! I cannot wait to see the pics!

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  12. Aus says

    October 29, 2010 at 11:21 AM

    I'm guessing you're right – you for sure! And picture #2 (from the top) absolutely captures the 'sassy' part! She is just a joy – it's clear to all – and Vivi – Happy Birthday (a little early) sweetie!

    hugs – aus and co.

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  13. Kim says

    October 29, 2010 at 3:32 PM

    what a beautiful birthday girl!
    love & blessings from hong kong,
    kim

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  14. Tiffany says

    October 31, 2010 at 11:17 PM

    Not to sound like everyone else, but …
    She is so beautiful and you know it!!! She has really changed and grown up… just in time to be a big sister!
    Can't wait to see birthday pictures.

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  15. Norah says

    November 2, 2010 at 12:20 AM

    Her hair looks great! Did you do it? I can't wait to read about her (your) special day : ) .

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