Celebration of Life

The wonders of a new smile. The little pair of eyes trying to open. Watching you, knowingly, unknowingly. Tiny mouth yawning. Fists fighting in response. Watching her slowly grow up. Taking her very first steps. Trying to stand up on her own, Her very first signs of independence. Yesterday, I saw her blow her candles for the 5th time in her life. She has truly grown. The old her fading away, hidden beneath her lovely shell. Innocence slowly fleeing from my very eyes.