Today my eldest turns 10. It's somewhat hard to believe. Lily, my whopping 10 lb baby girl is now wearing my shoes and getting taller by the minute. No longer a little kid, but not yet a big kid, she has always been wise beyond her years. I distinctly remember the pediatrician saying at her 2 week visit that she was "so mature for her age"...not exactly what you want to hear about your daughter! I took it as a positive, and her mature disposition always has been. My friend used to say that Lily was an old soul...I have to agree.
When I look at her now, I can see the beautiful young woman that she is becoming. Of course she wants to hear nothing of this, she's holding onto her childhood tightly with both hands (thank goodness!!). Kids grow up much too fast these days, I feel lucky to have one who still wants to be a kid.
Dancer, athlete, brilliant student, you've got it all, girl. Keep on doing what you're doing, you make us proud :)
Happy Birthday, sweet Lily! I love you with all my heart (even if you do steal my shoes)! I hope all your birthday wishes come true.
