5-Year-Old Love Letter

My Sweet Wessy Bug,

You are 5 years old. Inquisitive, kind, eager to learn and please. You pay attention to everything and have a a propensity for perfectionism. You are a peace keeper and always seeking to appease those around you. You love doing things to get in Owen's good graces and are extremely loving and protective of Hazel. You know when to stand your ground and when to let things go. You love playing board games, doing puzzles, projects and drawing. Your family portraits are one of my favorite things ever.

You played your first season of soccer this year and loved it. You didn't score any goals but didn't seem to care. You were just happy to run up and down the field with your friends and get your snack at the end. When you run you get your whole body into it, exerting maximum effort for a mediocre pace. At home you're constantly kicking the ball around and practicing your skills. You learned to ride a bike sans training wheels this summer and can do it with ease, but you still aren't comfortable enough to want to do it on the regular. The scooter is your preferred mode of neighborhood transportation.

You love your blankies and listening to music. You can write the alphabet and are learning to spell. I get the sense that academics will come easily to you. You have a zest and enthusiasm for life that is contagious. From your expressions to your laugh- you make everything more fun. There is something so sweet and special about you it feels impossible to articulate. You love upside down hugs and end each day with three hugs and three kisses for your mama. You're not big on "yes" or "no" and generally answer questions with an "of course!" "never!" or "fine." This is the last year you'll be home before kindergarten and I find myself soaking up the time. As a second time mama I know these days are sacred.

As you grow I hope you continue to seek opportunities to learn and be kind. I pray you know that your needs are important and that you extend the same kindness to yourself as you do to others. I tell you every night hoping that it will seep into your bones and the deepest part of your being- I love you, I believe in you, I'm proud of you. You're the best Wessy in the whole world. You are so special to me, you are so special to God and such an important part of our family. I love being with you and being your mama fills my heart with joy.

xoxo,
Your loving mama