Dear Future Daughter: Hello Brooklynn

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your papa has me in her phone as “Brooklynn’s Mom” and although one day i will be her wife… somehow being your mother just seems like the highest title i’d ever have. today, may 13, 2012 is mother’s day. and i will admit that i am a little sad, i’m more hopeful that next year, and many years after, this day won’t be so bad. truth is, i miss your sister with every piece of me. and some days are better than others. but she was meant to be an angel. to protect mommy… to protect papa… to protect you. and although my head knows this as true… my heart won’t allow me to totally accept that she’s no longer here. after 13 years. your sister came to me when i was still a child myself but knowing her that small amount of time gave me all the necessary skills i needed in order to be a better mother to you. and to your sister and/or brother. 

she grew me up.

and i like to think she did so with hopes that i would be just as amazing for and to you… that i planned to be for her. even when she was born, your big sister was looking out for you. 

i am trying to patiently await your arrival but it hard because your cousin Brielle is finally here and let me tell you Brookie… that little girl is nothing short of amazing. your aunt khy and uncle tel are wonderful parents and a perfect example of what i hope our life will be. full of beautiful memories. 

there was no rhyme or reason to this letter. i just wanted to give a happy outcome to sad feelings i had. 

i love you
and i’ll see you very soon! 

written 12 May 2012