Dear Abigail, I'm sitting awake with your little sister Shelby. She is fast asleep and I'm wide awake waiting for you to wake for "the day". She was born, Tuesday May 29th, 2012; exactly six months before your birthday (your dad likes to point this out often). I was very worried about coming home with Shelby. I thought for sure you'd have a difficult time. But like you always do, you amazed me and made me proud. You've coped very well with having to not be held when your upset, and freaking out when you want attention. Although you did have some rough patches, you have had many more good ones! Bronco calls Shelby "Little Abby". He thinks she is just like you only smaller. You two have grown closer too in the past few weeks. Bronco has won you over with patience and his endearing love and kindness towards you. He gives you his toys to play with, gives you hugs and kisses and tries to make you feel better when you cry. Another big milestone you reached, and just today, was with Grandma Johnson. You have had a hard time letting her hold you and play with you. Today, however, Gammy came and took you and Bronco for a walk in your new stroller. I don't know what happened on that walk, but when you came home all you wanted to do was play with Gammy. You danced with her, let her cuddle with you when you were sad and hugged her when you were all better. Gammy Johnson was so happy that you finally wanted to be with her. You made all of us very happy and proud. Your walking is getting so good sweetheart, and you are wanting to explore every place we go. You love to swing now too. We pray for your continued growth daily and always ask Heavenly Father to bless you with strength and courage. I am excited to see how you are going to keep growing and learning. Well love, I'm drifting off to sleep. I'll write more soon! Love Mama <3