And today, that Wildflower turns 3.
Three.
I can't even.
I wish I knew then what I know now...much of what those ol' timers say is true: The days are long but the years are short. Everything goes full circle. Life is a series of peaks and valleys. Life moves pretty fast, if you don't stop and look around once in awhile, you could miss it... Okay, that last one was Ferris Bueller - but I guess you can argue now even HE is an ol' timer.
But my dear, Madelyn Marjorie, this is the letter my heart has written for you...
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Dear Maddy (The Mads, The Princess, 'Punzel),
Today, you turn three. Your presence here on this earth is nothing short of a miracle - a premonition your GeeGee had in her last days on this side of the stars. I can't help but think you have met in another time and space... So much of you is her: your hair, your eyes, your spirit and strength. You closed a hole in my heart I thought would remain forever - three years ago today.
You were the best gift I didn't know I had needed. You smile and sing and laugh when Life throws things our way that make me feel like crying. You are brave. You are fierce. You are wonderful. I'm so proud to be your mom.
You are the sidekick your brother can't be without, the little Princess who turns her father into a doting servant... and the sign from Heaven your Papa needed that life, love and happiness goes on.
You are so many things to so many people. But as for me, my baby you'll always be. And today, as we wish you a lucky St. Paddy's Birthday, know that your spunk, sass and wit are cute only because you are 3...but won't be so cute someday when you turn 13. Seems silly to think that far ahead but let's face it, life moves pretty fast... but I know you'll stop, look around, and not miss it.I love you most.
