Five

Dear Miss Bella,

I’ve actually been sitting here for almost an hour trying to write you this letter.

I can’t.

You see, no words can really describe the flood of emotions I feel tonight. Tomorrow you will be five. I am holding back tears… Five!

My baby girl. My precious baby girl. I am so overwhelmed with love for you. Five years ago you stole my heart and changed my life forever. It’s been amazing watching you grow from a tiny helpless little babe, into a beautiful confident independant little girl.

You have blessed me. You have taught me. You have inspired me. You have melted me away with your sweetness. I adore your passion for life. Your courage is amazing. Your spunk tickles my funny bone. Your maturity and wisdom stops me mid sentence. You see, I am enchanted with the Bella that is you.

Tomorrow you begin your journey out of babyhood. I’d love to keep you in my arms forever.

But I can’t.

So Miss Bella Bella.

Grow.

 I am delighted. Delighted that I get to begin this new journey with you. I’ll give you the room you need to grow, but I’ll stay just close enough for you to reach out and grab my hand when you need it.

I love you sweet girl. You are perfect the way God created you. Absolutely Beautiful.

 Happy Birthday Little One.

 Love, Mama.

P.S. Sleeping Beauty is my favorite princess too.