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The Best Gifts Cost Nothing

Here is Emily with her little friend, Baylor. Such a cute little couple. haha!
As a VERY special treat for my birthday, Kelly brought over precious Harper. It was my BEST birthday gift!!!!!!! I have just been hurting to be around her! She LOVED my girls. She would stare and smile, stare and smile. SO sweet and darling. It made my day!!!!!!!!!!!! Now, I can't wait to get my hands on her! I am so thankful for my friendship with Kelly and thrilled that Harper is so healthy.

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Kelly said…
I almost started bawling at your house yesterday because Sarah Kate is so big and pretty and I feel like I hardly know her. I love her so much. And of course I have missed funny Emily so much it hurts. I can't wait to make up for lost time!
Harper LOVES your girls - I knew she would! She loves them as much as I love their momma! :-)
Unknown said…
I teared up when i read your post.
That's so true the best gifts are FREE!
Im happy to hear you enjoyed your birthday!
Hillary said…
I can't wait to be around all three of those little loves at one time!!!!!!!!!! SIGN ME UP for some Emily-Sarah Kate-Harper time!
Amanda Ledford said…
I am so happy for all of you that you had your little reunion! I know it definitely made your birthday great!
Jenna said…
What an AWESOME birthday present!!! Hope you had a great day!
His Doorkeeper said…
I am so happy to see all you girls together!!!!!!
Sara Campbell said…
So sweet, great photos of ya'll!!!
Lauren said…
I agree, best birthday present, hands down Laurie :o)
Heather said…
I can't imagine how hard it must be to stay away from Harper! But yay for future playdates....hopefully soon!
Happy late birthday!
Leigh Ann said…
I'm so glad you got to see Harper. Happy Birthday!
Julie said…
How sweet!! I'm so glad you had a great day with your great friend!! Happy Birthday!!
Jane said…
I came here from Kelly's blog. Your girls are too cute! I love your wall color and painted cabinets. The new table looks great as well. I have a table like your old one (the oak). My husband's grandparents gave it to him when he was in college. I am not loving it, but finally found a way to make it work. I had a floor length table cloth (like a circular end table would have) made and then added a fun pattern in a square to go over the top. Now I just need to get a piece of glass cut to cover it. However, given the option I would just rather have a new table like you!

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