While my computer was in recovery, my youngest niece turned two so this is a belated post in her honor: HANNAH.
"Hannah" is actually not my nieces name - she's Addison Jane. Hannah is her big sister: a spunky, vivacious five year old.
But "Hannah" is Addi's favorite word; the answer to every question.
What do you want for breakfast? Hannah.
What's my name (Aunt Julie)? Hannah.
Where are we going? Hannah.
Why are you crying? Hannah.
(As a side note, the only other word that's a close second in Addi's vocabulary a nasally sort of Boston-cockney pronunciation of "Yeah" that sounds more like "nyaaah." If she were a cartoon character, it would be her signature phrase.)
Addison is a headstrong, energetic little girl. But I'm beginning to think her defining characteristic is loyalty. Her big sister is always at the top of her priorities. First thing when she wakes up, she comes looking for her. She never beams more than when she's being praised by her big sister (Good job going poop in the toilet, Addison!). Anything Hannah asks of her, Addison will do without question (Come jump of this couch, Addi! Can I have your candy, Addi)
Such single-minded adoration is so sweet and so inspiring. And when she has a baby brother or sister someday, "Addison" will definitely be that little kid's favorite word.
Happy Birthday Addison!
The entire city has shut down. I made a trip to the gym that took much longer than it should have because there aren't many plows in Charlotte and even fewer drivers who know how to deal with a couple inches of snow. 
