My Darling Hannah on your 7th Birthday,
I remember holding you in the hospital. The nights were long and sleep was minimal. You cried and cried, probably from frustration and hunger, but I didn’t know that at the time. I had never been a mom. I thought I was in over my head, but I loved you dearly and was so happy to be your mommy. I found myself singing ‘You are my Sunshine’ over and over. Throughout the years, I have continued to sing ‘You are my Sunshine’ to you and this year more than ever it feels so fitting as you truly do ‘make me happy when skies are grey.’ Your birthday has come less than week after Grandpa’s accident. The pain is still fresh and the tears still plentiful. You, as you always are, act as a rainbow on a stormy day, bringing happiness and joy just as Grandpa would have wanted.
Hannah, you truly shine in all areas of life. In school, you are simply outstanding. You read 103 wpm and comprehend at a 3rd grade level. Your teacher said you are top of the class in reading, writing, and math. More than academics, you are a leader. You are good and kind, you listen and follow directions, you do what’s right, and act with grace in all situations. Three 1st graders were awarded a character award for the first trimester and you of course were one of them. You were the only primary student k-2nd who moved on to the district level in the PTA reflections competition with your dance choreography entry and received a trophy in front of the school. You just got an email that you have been promoted again to compete again all of Orange County and are getting a special recognition at the Orange County Department of Ed. Your dance skills have taken off and you are so talented. Your dedication and passion is to be admired. You dance 6 days a week usually going straight from school to dance. You are competing your first solo this month and are very excited. Whether you continue with dance or not, I hope you carry the work ethic, poise, and confidence you have gained from dance with you throughout your life.
Hannah, you are an amazing sister. Jack wants to be exactly like you and Collin adores you. You are so patient with them, always sharing, teaching, nurturing and loving. This year you got the puppy you’ve always dreamed of. You deserved it sweet girl and seeing your emotion on the day she arrived is a moment I’ll never forget. This last year we welcomed a new baby brother (you got to be in the delivery room when he was born), enjoyed a family vacation to San Diego, trips to Bishop, Mommy/Hannah trip to Las Vegas (your first time to another state), time with family, sat in the front row at a Dodger game where you ‘caught’ a ball and were on the jumbo tron, started 1st grade, mastered a front and back walkover as well as numerous dance moves, lost your 1st tooth (and 2nd), had your first sleepover (and 2nd and 3rd), got a puppy, said goodbye to a Grandfather you loved dearly, continued with girl scouts, made new friends, tried ice skating for the 1st time, and enjoyed each day.
You are strong and passionate, smart and kind. You are protective, dedicated, loyal and driven. You inspire those around you and you make me proud to be your mommy. You love dance, American girl dolls, listening to music, making up dances, being silly with friends, dogs, the beach, emojis, writing stories, drawing, creating, Chinese food, sleepovers at Grannys or in Mommy’s bed, ice cream, and playing with your brothers. You dislike going to the doctor/dentist, getting shots, when someone you love is sad, doing homework, and riding bikes. You are the most beautiful girl. You are tall, gorgeous, have curly golden hair and as daddy says sport a ’20 pack.’ You are a girly girl through and through, but with 3 boy cousins and 2 brothers, you can hold your own with anyone. You are truly the light of my life. I love you dearly and I’m here for you always as your number one fan. Happy 7th Birthday!
All my love, Mommy
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