An open letter to my Rivie girl

Rivie,

The moment I found out I was pregnant with you it changed my world forever, you were everything I had ever hoped and dreamed for. You were making me a mama, the title I looked most forward to being. The moment I met you toped all the others in my life. I was so happy to meet you but sad because I knew I would now forever have to share you with everyone else. When you were in my belly it was just me and you and I’ll forever cherish watching my body change as you grew.

I never truly knew how much one person could love another. From the second I got to hold you I felt like my life was exactly what it was suppose to be, filled with unconditional love.

I don’t think I ever really realized just how powerful my love for you could be and were in life it can take you. You have opened my eyes to what parenting is all about and just how much my actions can forever impact your life. We all dream of having children but I don’t think it dawns on us that just because we make you and are here to guide, support and love you, that you are truly one of a kind and just because we want certain things for you, doesn’t mean you will always want the same. I pray that you always feel loved and supported in everything you do. I promise to always be a listening ear and a shoulder to cry on, and most importantly be your biggest fan. I will always be here to guide you through your mistakes and celebrate every accomplishment, big or small.

My hope for you in this big world is for you to be a kind, loving successful person that lights up any room you walk into. I have no doubt that anything you touch will turn to gold. You are smart, beautiful and have the entire world at your finger tips. You are so important, and I pray you always know your worth and never settle or anything less than you deserve.

I will celebrate everyday that we have together and never stop being amazed by watching you grow. I am the luckiest to have you, and when I had you, my whole world grew.

Love you, mean it

xoxo Mommy