Twenty-one? Not Possible
My baby girl turned 21 years old this week (double gasp). How can that be possible? It seems like just five minutes ago I was holding her in my arms and staring down at her beautiful green eyes, and her golden locks of hair. This week’s post is dedicated to that precious girl of mine.
Growing up on a farm myself, I had the same kind of childhood experiences my daughter had, since she grew up on a farm as well. I consider both of us blessed to have had that opportunity and I wouldn’t change it for the world. She learned early on about the cycle of life and witnessed the birth of many animals, that most kids only read about in school. She bottle-fed lambs and nursed an old ewe (female sheep) that was near death, back to a healthy, vibrant animal, that would deliver lambs for the next several years. It was her tender heart and her caring spirit that gave that mama sheep new life.
She has always been the kind of girl that knows exactly what she wants, and won’t stop until she gets it (perhaps a little like a bull). She is tenacious and driven, with a good head on her shoulders. Throughout high-school her friends would be in a situation and would think WWHD (what would Hannah do), I always got a big kick out of that one.
She will protect her friends with a fierce attitude, yet call them out when she thinks they need it. She is a born leader and will defend her point of view until everyone agrees with her, or…..they give up trying. She never liked when my perspective didn’t match hers, but has matured into being open to my opinions. She is determined and dedicated to anything she is passionate about, which is probably one of my favorite things about her. She has spunk and a kind heart.
My daughter helped shape me into the woman I am today. She has taught me courage, strength, bravery and how to love deeper; for this I will always be grateful and blessed. It has been an honor to watch her grow into a beautiful young woman, both inside and out.
So to my precious baby girl…… take the bull by the horns and dream big; the possibilities are infinite. Listen to your heart, be kind, generous, forgiving, and make a difference in whatever you do. Happy birthday Hannah Elizabeth……I love you beyond words.
xoxox…..your grateful mama