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Little Zoe!

My first season in the Arena football league I wore the number one.  I never understood why people made such a big deal about it until now.  The number one has a million significant meanings.  The most obvious being the beginning, the best and or the start.  Being young and passionate I had no idea of the significance of what my jersey truly meant. Fortunately, I grew up and now that I'm a dad it the number one means more than I could have ever imagined. Most importantly, first birthdays. 

Which Brings me to Little Zoe.

Seeing Zoe's face light up on her first birthday with her family and friends was a sight to see. Although she doesn't understand that her first number one is the first of many first.  There will come a day when she'll put things in reverse and wish she could have her first first all over again.  

As for today, we'll celebrate the biggest first of them all.  

Happy Birthday Little Zoe! 

Comments

Jus Me said…
What a beautiful baby.
September 7, 2008 at 11:05 PM
Dani said…
J,thank you so much for being a part of my special girl's event and doing what you do best--capturing the true essence/feel of an event. We will definately be able to cherish her special day. Thanks
September 8, 2008 at 10:09 AM
Unknown said…
heyyy nice pics ha
September 9, 2008 at 1:55 PM
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