Olivia Turns 5!
1….2…3….4…5…. Just as quick as that 2015 has arrived. You, my daughter, are turning five in less
than 24 hours. It’s amazing to see the
little girl you are becoming. You are
strong. You are brave. You are a leader. Every year layers of you emerge as you begin
to transition from mama’s baby girl to a little girl all your own. You certainly have your own idea of how
things should be or the outcomes that should exist. However, sometimes, my dear, you get them
wrong. Together, we are learning to
communicate, to exist, and to grow. You
know exactly what you want, and I know exactly what you need and luck would
have it those aren’t always the same. As
your journey around the sun for another year begins I have to admit that in
five short years I have failed you many times.
Thank you for forgiving me. I’m
sure there will be many more times.
I have the greatest
responsibility to guide you, teach you, and love you unconditionally. We have lots to learn, you and I. Remember, this is my first rodeo. You have challenged me. You have certainly left me speechless. However, you have made me smile more and
laugh often. You amaze me with your gifts
of thoughtfulness and friendliness. You
have so much love inside that little body of yours.
You know, this is THE year you have waited for. The year you begin a “big” school. My little one, you will begin to read more
and write often. You will begin to form
opinions all your own and will see mine as useless and/or ridiculous. I am not ready for this. I am ready to see you become something
great. I am ready to cheer you on as you
begin to pursue your passions.
Olivia, for many reasons you are my everything. Your countless “I love yous” are the
beginning and end of all my days. The
need to be held or to be close to mom are something I always welcome. As, I hold you now you don’t quite fit in my
lap like you used to. Your legs are
longer and you hold on tighter. YOU…are
the best gift I’ve been given.
Happy Birthday, Baby O.
Here’s to another year.
Love, Mom
