To My Whitney

I can't believe my baby is turning thirty today.  I can remember so clearly the day you were born, and it seems like just a few moments ago.  After having tiny babies, it was fun to have a chubby little one that I could cuddle and hold.  I knew you were the last, and so I held onto you a bit longer.  I had the time to enjoy each step you took and enjoyed every minute of it.  I loved watching you grow from a shy little girl into a self-assured beautiful, talented woman.

There are so many sides to you Whitney.  You are part of a family.  You are a sister, a friend, a loving aunt to seven little boys.  You are a romantic, an outdoorsman, a dreamer, a teacher.  You are creative, you are loving and kind, you are a daughter and a wife.

And you are about to become a mother.  You will be an amazing mom.  You have so much love to give.  Your little one is lucky to have you.  Happy Birthday to you.  Thank you for blessing my life these last thirty years. 
Love, mom