I met this beautiful girl when she was only a few days old and I took care of her until she was almost a year old. It is hard to explain how strong a bond between a caregiver and a child can be, to me she is like family. Elan will always have a special place in my heart. Happy third birthday!!

8 days old Elan

Elan turns 1 year

Two years old

Birthday number 3!

Playing her dad's childhood piano