Letters To My Daughters #3

One year around the world with you and you

It's been a little over a year since I have set off on this journey, we made it! Thank you for being there for me and with me, you guys are truly my best friends. I couldn't have did it without you. How do you feel? How have you adjusted? The best view really is from this balcony of my eyes, close enough to catch you if you fall, far enough to let you soar.

My friends are saying you guys are looking more and more like me. I don't see, but sometimes I guess I can.

My oldest Babygirl, your first year in middle school. Scary huh? I picked up volunteer hours at your school store just so I can see you, maybe. It made me feel like one of those moms from 'Desperate Housewives', who works from home, and knows every other mom in the neighborhood. It was definitely something that I never did before, but it made me feel more connected, involved. I'm always so busy, so I took the opportunity. At lunch time, I seen you sitting at a table by yourself with a notebook, sketching figures, deep in thought. You reminded me so much of myself when I was younger. More artsy than popular. That makes me laugh inside. You are an apple from my tree. Then your friends showed up and sat around you. Made me feel better that you weren't alone.

I have gained so much confidence in myself as your mommy and as a person. Each day presents a new opportunity for growth and self-discovery, allowing me to embrace the challenges and joys of motherhood with an open heart and mind. As I navigate this beautiful journey, I find that my experiences are not just shaping my role as your mother but also enhancing my understanding of who I am as an individual.

 I should probably tell you to go to sleep, but instead I find myself pausing in the hallway, listening to your voices weaving together in the darkness. You're sharing secrets, dreams, fears I might never know about. And that's okay. That's how it should be. You're building something that's just yours, and I'm honored to guard it from the outside.

We're all growing up together, aren't we? In this journey of life, you are blossoming into the remarkable young woman you are destined to be, while I am evolving into the mother I never knew I had the potential to become. It’s a transformative experience for both of us, filled with challenges and triumphs that shape our identities. I see you discovering your passions, your strengths, and even your vulnerabilities, each step contributing to the beautiful tapestry of who girls you are.

Moreover, I am more willing to step back and let you stumble, recognizing that these moments of struggle are crucial for your development. It’s in those times of uncertainty that you will learn resilience, problem-solving, and the invaluable lessons that come from overcoming obstacles. I trust that you will find your wings, and I take comfort in knowing that my role is to provide a safety net, ready to catch you if you fall, but also allowing you the freedom to explore and learn on your own. In this shared journey of growth, we are both learning from each other, and it is this mutual development that strengthens our bond, making it richer and more profound.

This is a photo my youngest daughter Haylo, 10 drew of me, 9/12/2025

She even included all of my bracelets.

But hold on, when did my boobs get this big. Thanks?