Brooklin,

Today you are FIVE!!! You’ve waited and waited to be a year older and you’re finally feeling like a big girl. Oh and boy are you such a big girl!!! You’ve always been my little spark so full of personality. You’ve never been afraid to be exactly who you are and your light shines so bright! You’re just like your dad in so many ways, not afraid to ask a question or seek out an answer. You’re the type of girl who gets things done and will figure it out.

I see so much of myself in you too, you love to sing and you almost never stop talking. You love dancing and you’re so busy you’ve given us a few scares. You’re such a girly girl but unlike me you’re not afraid of the yucky stuff. You always lean right in and take life on head first. You’re growing older and it’s so hard to believe! I hope nothing ever slows you down! Your ability to go into any situation so confidant inspires me, you’re the light of my life Brooklin!! I love you so very much!!