Emma is 8
In a blink of an eye, its December 3rd and you are 8. December comes so quickly, way sooner than I expect, so I guess it makes sense that you were born in this month, because you too came sooner than expected.
I've told the story before...going into labor (and trying to ignore it for hours) before my scheduled section date. I just wasn't prepared at all. But finally, after all these years, I figured it out. You just needed me earlier. Or maybe I needed you? Let's just say, we needed eachother sooner rather than later.
I'm pretty sure that in every Emma birthday post, I say something along the lines of "there is just something special about Emma" and this time is no different. This year in particular, I've seen a whole new side of you, baby girl. You are filled with questions, deep questions, mature questions....questions that I'm not really sure how to answer, but I do. I try to give age appropriate answers in hopes that I can teach you. What is happening as of late, however, is you are teaching me. Want to be impressed with your kid and subsequently be impressed with how you're raising them? Ask them, "well, what do YOU think?" If we would all just listen to children, I'm pretty sure our world would be a much more consistently beautiful place.
Em, you are growing into such a beautiful young lady, wise beyond her years yet you still have the little girl charm that makes everyone who comes in contact with you beam. You are hilarious! You are embracing your "accent" these days and you crack me up when you ask for a "spot of tea" (pinky up!)
You are moody, at times, giving me a glimpse into the soon to come 'hormonal years."
You are smart! And kind! And gorgeous! Your laugh? One of a kind and I cant help but laugh along with you no matter how I'm feeling. You're a little nutty at times (aren't we all?) And I scratch my head on a daily basis wondering why you did what you just did.
You know why you are extra special to me Em? Its because of what you've taught me. Jack taught me how to be a Mommy. Sara has taught me how to pick my battles. Alex has taught me about patience. They've all taught me how to be a better MOMMY. But you? You taught me how to be a better PERSON. A stronger person. And that is a lesson that i can never adequately thank you for. (No, this does not make you favorite. I don't have one of those. I hate you all equally!)
My Emma. My biggest girl. The little mother. My Rosie. My EB Fresh. My friend. I love you more than words can express, always and forever. I hope you enjoy this birthday, a very special birthday for a very special little lady.Em.
And I thank you for choosing me, to come through into life to be a beautiful reflection of His grace. And I know that a gift so great is only one God can create and I'm reminded every time I see your face...
I've told the story before...going into labor (and trying to ignore it for hours) before my scheduled section date. I just wasn't prepared at all. But finally, after all these years, I figured it out. You just needed me earlier. Or maybe I needed you? Let's just say, we needed eachother sooner rather than later.
I'm pretty sure that in every Emma birthday post, I say something along the lines of "there is just something special about Emma" and this time is no different. This year in particular, I've seen a whole new side of you, baby girl. You are filled with questions, deep questions, mature questions....questions that I'm not really sure how to answer, but I do. I try to give age appropriate answers in hopes that I can teach you. What is happening as of late, however, is you are teaching me. Want to be impressed with your kid and subsequently be impressed with how you're raising them? Ask them, "well, what do YOU think?" If we would all just listen to children, I'm pretty sure our world would be a much more consistently beautiful place.
Em, you are growing into such a beautiful young lady, wise beyond her years yet you still have the little girl charm that makes everyone who comes in contact with you beam. You are hilarious! You are embracing your "accent" these days and you crack me up when you ask for a "spot of tea" (pinky up!)
You are moody, at times, giving me a glimpse into the soon to come 'hormonal years."
You are smart! And kind! And gorgeous! Your laugh? One of a kind and I cant help but laugh along with you no matter how I'm feeling. You're a little nutty at times (aren't we all?) And I scratch my head on a daily basis wondering why you did what you just did.
You know why you are extra special to me Em? Its because of what you've taught me. Jack taught me how to be a Mommy. Sara has taught me how to pick my battles. Alex has taught me about patience. They've all taught me how to be a better MOMMY. But you? You taught me how to be a better PERSON. A stronger person. And that is a lesson that i can never adequately thank you for. (No, this does not make you favorite. I don't have one of those. I hate you all equally!)
My Emma. My biggest girl. The little mother. My Rosie. My EB Fresh. My friend. I love you more than words can express, always and forever. I hope you enjoy this birthday, a very special birthday for a very special little lady.Em.
And I thank you for choosing me, to come through into life to be a beautiful reflection of His grace. And I know that a gift so great is only one God can create and I'm reminded every time I see your face...
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