Dear daughter,
You have a sad today. It’s funny, you know, because I thought I saw it in your eyes this morning as you woke up, and I think I was right.
Life is changing, at an astronomical pace. You’re about to take the first step into your big girldom. You’re excited, over the moon with the world of opportunity set before you. You’ve always loved to learn, and now the world is opening up to you. On some level, I know though, you’re apprehensive. It’s okay, baby, I’ve got you. I will stay up all night and do your homework with you. I’ll bound over hurdles and clap from the crowd as you run your races. I’ll be there, all the way.
Life’s changing in other respects, and I understand your fears here. Every change we’ve gone through, either by choice or force, has been a source of hurt or pain for us. And I realise that’s stuck in both our heads. But, here’s the thing – this is good change, magnificent change. Change that is wonderful. We’re going to have a home. A real one. Not just one that I have managed to somehow cobble together and make it look good. We’ve done a wonderful job, just us, and I’m so proud of us. You and me against the world, you and I holding each other tight…that’s not going to change. We just have more love in our house now. More love for all of us. Remember that. I know change is scary, but I pinky promise, it’ll be fantastic.
I know why you have a sad today, and it’s not likely to be about the things I mentioned above. I know it’s the thing you and I both know, and everyone who loves you knows. Know this – we know. You’re not alone, and my sweet notsobabygirl, it’s going to be okay. Promise. X