I really can't believe that Madeline is turning 6 tomorrow. Out of all of her birthdays, this one has hit me the hardest. Six just seems so old to me... it doesn't seem like my little girl could really be turning six already. In all honesty, for me, Madeline being 5 was the absolute best year. She has learned and blossomed so much in this year. She never ceases to me amaze me with her knowledge and creativity. Madeline can now read, write books, count to over 200, add, subtract, tell time, and carry on a conversation very well. She is so fun to be around and it has been a joy experiencing life through her eyes. I do feel bad sometimes that we don't get to do as much with her as we would like. The twins are just at a very hard age to travel with and keep entertained. Unfortunately that effects Madeline too b/c we can't go do all the fun things that we want to do with her. I keep reminding myself that it wont be like this forever.. the twins really will grow up. Before I know it, I will be sad that they are turning 5!
My Dear sweet Madeline,
It has been a wonderful 6 years with you my dear. You have been a blessing since the day you were born. I use to sing that song to you by The Carpenters called Close to you. "On the day that you were born the angels got together, and decided to create a dream come true! So they sprinkled moon dust in your hair and golden star light in your eyes of blue." I wonder if you listened to that song if it would bring back any memories for you... You have made my dreams come true... I am blessed to my your mama.
I just can't believe how much you have grown in six short years Madeline. From a tiny crying and colicky baby to a wonderful, independent and beautiful daughter. You are a great big sister and you have the biggest heart I have ever seen in a child your age. You seem wise beyond your years, if that is even possible at such a young age. You are so compassionate and full of life. I love to watch you play your games, read your books, or watch you eat an ice cream cone. Whatever you do in life, you do with such enthusiasm. I know you are not looking forward to turning six, but six is still very young. We have so many more memories in our future together, and I as you get older, I cherish each one of those memories more and more. I know I will enjoy six just as much as five, and I know you will too. I love you sweet sugar bear!!
Mama
Mama
