  Today my daughter turned one. nbsp;  It doesn't seem possible that she's only been in our lives for such a short period of time. nbsp;  I can barely remember what life was like before she was born. nbsp;
 She has taught me so many things about myself,  about the world,  and about herself. nbsp;  Everyday I watch her as she grows,  learns,
 and becomes more independent. nbsp;  The best parts of my days,  and indeed my life,  are the times spent with Anika and her dad. nbsp;
 When we are all together as a family I know what truly matters. nbsp;  & nbsp;
