To Aislyn Noelle on her 4th Birthday

I want to help you grow as beautiful as God meant you to be when he thought of you first.

- George MacDonald
 

I hate how your face crumples when you are hurt.

I hate when you are away from me too long.

I hate that you are growing up way too fast.

I hate when I am upset with you.

I hate when you are upset with me.

I hate when you are sick.

I love how you ask for snacks at least 12 times a day.

I love how you whisper in my ear, "Mom, I don't hate you".

I love how you sing to yourself in the bathroom.

I love how you ask me to give you 14 of everything: snuggles, candy, kisses.

I love how the only thing you ever want to eat is Mac and Cheese.

I love how quietly you sit with me.

I love your beautiful hair and your little nose.

I love your sweet personality.

I love your hugs, they are the best in the world.

I love how good you are to your big sister.

I love your sad lip.

   

I love you my squeezie. Happy Birthday!