Per her request, Hila woke up to a room full of balloons and had cake for breakfast.  She really enjoyed wielding the birthday girl authority over the day.  I adore my sweet little girl, she is so thoughtful, and very patient with me.

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Hila, the summer of 2006 age 3

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Hila, nearly 4

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Hila, 4th birthday cake

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Hila, first day of kindergarten last year.

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Hila, self portrait summer 2009

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Hila, with her build-a-bear unicorn on Hannah’s birthday.

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Hila, blowing out the candles on her princess castle birthday cake.  Happy 6th birthday, Hila!!  I love you so much.