Now that she is getting older, Allie has become so much more aware of her surroundings.  I fear that in the very near future, she'll become aware of what it means to be "embarrassed".  Plus, I do worry about "over-sharing" to the point where it jeopardizes her safety.  So, I have decided to stop publicly blogging every second of her life. I'd like to take a moment to thank everyone that has read this blog.  What started out as a family project...an "online baby book"...has turned into so much more. I have met so many of you who read this blog.  I have been deeply touched by how many of you seem to love Allie as if she's part of your family.  I love that you've been here to share her joys, her accomplishments, and even her "bald head days".  haha! It's with much gratitude that I say…THANK YOU.  Here's to hoping that ALL of our children can grow to be happy and healthy.

--Mandy