Today is Noah's first birthday! He has grown up so much from the tiny infant that I first met. I remember the very first time he came over, I was afraid. I hid under the dresser in the bedroom and would not come out. Linda was patient with me and let me discover on my own that he would not hurt me. As soon as I was brave enough to get to know him, my Thursday world was changed forever. I love him so much now! Somehow, I know the day he comes over even if Linda does not say anything. I wait at the top of the steps and run up and down to the front door every time I hear a car shut. When Gretel actually pulls into the driveway, Linda lets me run down to the car to greet him. We already gave him his presents, the farm truck and outfit, but Linda also bought him two packs of diapers that look like little jeans. We are going to go to the store in a little while and get him a giant balloon.
