A Life-Changing Valentine

My life was forever changed on February 14, 1998. I received the most incredible gift of love that day- I became a mother.

Oh, how I remember those first few weeks at home with a newborn! I had read every "What To Expect" book out there, but I still had absolutely no idea what I was doing. Bookworm and I began our journey down the mother/daughter road together. On days when I questioned my skills as a mother, one smile from that precious face would clear all doubts away.

I've made many mistakes on our journey, but Bookworm and I have continued the growing process together. She has turned into a young lady right before my eyes!

Sometimes I wish that I could turn back the hands of time and be able to do those early days over again. I'd like to think that I would make fewer mistakes. But I can't go back. Instead, I'll embrace each new day and strive to be the mother that God would have me to be.

To my Birthday Girl,
I pray that in the coming year you will grow closer to Jesus and seek to please Him in all that you say and do. I'm so very thankful that God chose you to be my firstborn! Daddy and I feel so blessed to have you as our daughter. You will always have a special place in our hearts. Happy 9th birthday, Sweetie! I love you bunches!

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Wednesday, February 14, 2007
A Life-Changing Valentine
My life was forever changed on February 14, 1998. I received the most incredible gift of love that day- I became a mother.

Oh, how I remember those first few weeks at home with a newborn! I had read every "What To Expect" book out there, but I still had absolutely no idea what I was doing. Bookworm and I began our journey down the mother/daughter road together. On days when I questioned my skills as a mother, one smile from that precious face would clear all doubts away.

I've made many mistakes on our journey, but Bookworm and I have continued the growing process together. She has turned into a young lady right before my eyes!

Sometimes I wish that I could turn back the hands of time and be able to do those early days over again. I'd like to think that I would make fewer mistakes. But I can't go back. Instead, I'll embrace each new day and strive to be the mother that God would have me to be.

To my Birthday Girl,
I pray that in the coming year you will grow closer to Jesus and seek to please Him in all that you say and do. I'm so very thankful that God chose you to be my firstborn! Daddy and I feel so blessed to have you as our daughter. You will always have a special place in our hearts. Happy 9th birthday, Sweetie! I love you bunches!

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14 Comments:
Anonymous Anonymous said...
What a special day for the both of you :) It is such a delight to see youngsters raised in the nurture and admonition of the Lord.

Take Care,

Trixie

Blogger Karen said...
Happy Birthday to Ms. Bookworm!
Such a pretty little lady!
Blessings,

Blogger Sunny said...
Lovely Picture.......
PLEASE PRAY for BOTH my girls who are away from the LORD...
One is 21yrs
the other 31yrs
God bless

Blogger Sis. Julie said...
What a beautiful tribute to your little girl. I pray Bookworm has a wonderful day filled with God's blessings and that her mommy and daddy enjoy each minute they get with their precious little sweetie.

Blogger Arlene said...
Oh, Mrs. C, how special for you! I don't think we'll be having a little Valentine today (though I am having contractions as I type, so he might just be late, lol), but I'm sure he'll come soon (at least, I'm hoping so!!!). Happy Valentine's Day, and Happy Birthday to Bookworm! :~)

Blogger Mississippi Girl said...
What a sweet post! She looks like such a little lady in that pic. I love it!
Happy Valentine's Day!
Jennifer R.

Anonymous Anonymous said...
Happy Birthday to your Bookworm! What a lovely girl she is!

Blogger Kristi said...
Happy Valentines Day to you, and a Happy Happy Birthday to Bookworm!

Bookworm, God placed you in a loving family. Aren't you so glad of that?? I love your pictures. So pretty! :)

~Kristi

Blogger Unknown said...
Who could ask for a better gift on Valentine's Day? And such a sweet one too!

Blogger HsKubes said...
What a precious Valentine gift from the Lord.
Happy Birthday, Bookworm. *Ü*

~ Christina
HsKubes' Haven at Home

Anonymous Anonymous said...
Happy Birthday to bookworm! She's very pretty and what a lovely dress she's wearing.

Blogger Julieann said...
::sniff sniff:: That was beautiful!!!!

Happy Birthday to Miss Bookworm!!!

What a precious young lady you have:)

Julieann:)

Anonymous Anonymous said...
Hi Mrs. C! I have a son who will be turning 9 tomorrow!!! His due date was Valentine's Day as well, but he was late! B is my youngest though! I can't believe how fast the time goes! My oldest will be a teenager in September!!!

Have a great day!
Kim (from VUH)

Blogger Paula said...
Hi, Kim! It's good to *see* you here.:)

Just think--you and I were experiencing great pain and great joy at the exact same time! :)

Blessings,
Mrs. C

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