*Warning! Uber senti letter from a mom to a daughter. Read at your own risk.*
Dear Elise,
You just turned 2 today! It is just a blessing that you’ve grown to be a beautiful, healthy, smart and happy baby. A precious gift that the Lord gave us.
I remember how it was when I carried you in me for less than 8 months and how you fought for your life in the NICU for 30 days. You may not know it, but your daddy and I were fighting with you, too.
I remember when I spent days and nights with little sleep. How I would cry in frustration when I can’t make you stop crying and the joy I feel after witnessing all your firsts. Having you just made hardships all worthwhile.
I’m sorry if sometimes I tend to ignore you when I’m busy or I sometimes forget to read your bedtime story. It does not mean that I don’t love you. Mommy is still adjusting and learning. I hope you understand.
My only regret is that you’re growing up too fast before my eyes. And you’ll be wanting your independence soon. I see it when you want to be let down, or when you want to eat by yourself or when you want to play alone. It hurts me to think that one of these days, you won’t be needing me anymore. But before that happens, I promise that I’ll always, always be there for you.
I love you, anak ko. Please don’t fight with me as much I did your Grandma, okay? (ahahahaha)
Love, Mommy
on May 27th, 2008 at 8:15 pm
happy birthday, baby elise! your birthday and my son’s are just weeks apart, it will be easy to remember.
God bless you and your family. you are one loved little lady.