My Sweet Ava,

Here we are baby girl….9 years old. NINE YEARS OLD. That’s one year away from double digits and when you hit 10 that means only 8 more years you have to stay under my wings and let me tell you, I could keep you here forever. Because you are my everything. In 9 years you have changed my world completely. You’ve driven me crazy, made me love deeper than I ever thought I could, made me laugh harder than I ever had, and taught me so much more than I ever thought a child could teach an adult. In 9 years you have become this beautiful, smart, funny, talented, sassy, fearless, loves to sing and dance and write songs kinda girl. We’ve been through a lot in 9 years and I couldn’t be prouder with how you’ve handled difficult situations, you are just so mature for your age but we’ve always said since the day you were born that you were an old soul and you really are. I’m just so proud of the girl you’ve become. I love being your Mom more than anything in the world and as sad as I am to see you grow up I’m equally as excited to see what’s next for you. As a Mother, it’s so hard to see your babies grow up and know you’re leaving a stage that you love but then I’m also equally excited to see the woman you are becoming. I’m going to miss your innocence and your silliness, your snuggles that are ever fading, your incorrect spelling and pronunciation of words that always make me giggle, waking me up in the middle of the night to snuggle with you because you’re scared. BUT I’m excited to see how you are going to excel in school, what will be your strong suit and favorite subject, what interests you’ll cling on to, how far you’ll take your acro career, if you’ll take up photography or acting, what kind of teenager you’ll be. I mean there is SO much to look forward to and as long as I focus on those positives it makes losing the baby in you not as bad. The most important thing to me is that you know that I will always be here for you, that you can always tell me anything, and most importantly that I love you more than anything. I want to see you happy, healthy and living life to the fullest. It won’t always be easy between us as you make mistakes and get in trouble but just know that everything I do is because I love you and I want you to be the best adult you can be. A kind, generous, loving person with good work ethic, who is honest and loyal. And I have no doubt you will continue to be that person as you grow up. I want you to always follow your dreams knowing that I will be here to support you every step of the way.  So here is to the next 9 years, the double digits, the teenage years, harder schooling, more homework, international acro competitions (hopefully!), bonding with your best friends, more photo shoots with mom, learning to drive, and me and daddy by your side through it all. Never forget how much we love you, how important you are to us and that through the good times and the bad we are here for you.

All my love,

Mom

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