my sweet Emmaline,
how are you 4 years old? my heart has ached differently leading up to your birthday this year – you were such an amazing 3 year old. but time passes and I am excited for this next season 4 will bring you.
you are so tender-hearted. you feel things so deeply (always have) and your empathy for others is strong. you are the most “motherly” of the kids and although I appreciate you, thanks for letting me be “mom.” 😉
you are so creative – both with paper and any writing utensil but also with your words. the way you describe situations and stories are unlike anyone else and we admire you for that.
Emmaline Victoria – you are a true treasure.
I love you so much!
-Mama