So what can I say? I want you to be able to have things to read about your young years when you are a mom. These years have just flown by for me. I vividly remember the day you were born. I equally remember the day we found out we were having a girl. Pure shock. I remember starting to think, "Oh wow. I've got to step up my game. There's going to be a little girl looking to ME on how to act as a woman." I haven't always done a good job at that, but I do now. I take that part of being your mom so, extremely serious.
It's probably one of a mom's worst fears that their daughter would ever become one of "those" girls/women. NOT my girl. You are way too sweet, have the most gracious heart and an incredibly bright future. I will not let that part of you go astray. I would be a horrible mom to ever slack on that or think you were immune to it happening. I want you to have the most wonderful life possible and know these young years are all part of forming the woman you will become. I oftentimes doubt myself and that I am strong enough to make sure your life has the very best, solid, loving foundation. It's those times I hit my knees and ask for help. Don't EVER think it's weak to do that. In fact, it takes great strength to say "I need help" and not give up. Anyone can give up. The strong push through. Some things are just too important. And God will always, always be there for you...just like I will. He trusted me with you and I won't ever take that trust for granted. I know what He expected when He blessed us with you. You and Ben are the most precious gifts. Totally irreplaceable.
As the years have gone by, you have turned into a strong little girl and I know that part of you is what will get you through the tough times yet to come in your life. You also love life and that makes you someone who will make your life happy. I hope you know how much your mommy loves you and that I would do absolutely anything for your well being.
I try so hard to make choices you would be proud of and choices I would want you to make. I try to keep you away from things and people I think would harm you or the wonderful woman I am responsible for you becoming. I take the responsibility God gave me as your and Ben's mommy with great pride, honor and importance. There is nothing and no one more important than you two.
I will always, always be here for you and am so extremely proud of who you are becoming. You don't take anything from anyone and I hope that trait stays with you. And you call 'em like you see 'em. You are a great judge of character, even at a young 7 years old! Always remember you are amazing and loved beyond belief.
I have no idea what I did to deserve you, but I thank God every single day you came into my life and I make sure He knows I will honor the commitment I made to Him regarding you and Ben. You are my babies forever. I don't care how old you are! I will always be your Momma Bear. I'll protect and love you with a great passion for all eternity. You are the BEST. I can't imagine life without you two. I will always do right by you my sweet angel and hope I do emulate how a woman should act in life. As well as how she should not act. I'm not perfect, but my values are in place where God wants them to be and my actions in life reflect where I place those values. I realize the day you and Ben were born, God expected me to give up being the most important person in my own life. I unselfishly and happily give that title to you two. You guys make me happy and fill my heart tremendously with love. I hope I do that for you.
Happy 7th Shelby Belle. There will never be another like you. Ever. Thank you for the honor of being your mommy. xoxoxoxo
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