TWO years already? ONLY two years?

Dear Hardin,

Oh my, little lovie.  You have been with us for two years.  And with me for almost 10 months longer.  But let me tell you, you've been with us for so much more.

I don't do it often enough, but sometimes I just sit and soak you in.  Grumpy after nap.  Belly poking out after eating.  Sweaty head after a car ride.  Eyes closed on a cart ride.  Thrilled at a song.  Scared at a loud noise.  Silly laughter from a tickle.  Chasing a duck.  Throwing a rock.  Throwing a ball.  Driving a car.  Happy.  Goofy.  Smart.  Curious.  Chatty.  Funny.  Short tempered.  Intuitive.  Loud.  Sweet.  Peaceful.  Joyful.  My love.

You are the answer to so many prayers.  You are a source of joy in so many lives.  If everyone were so lucky to feel your hugs and accept your unconditional love, there would be no evil in this world.  Your soul is so sweet and strong it could solve a million problems.

We take a lot of joy in being the beneficiaries of that sweet spirit, and feel a great deal of responsibility to foster it.  Encourage it.  Help you share it. 

You are just plain magic sweet boy, and we thank God every single day that he picked us to cherish you.

We love you!  Happy TWO!