ONE ONE THOUSAND:
Operating room, incision, "IT'S A GIRL!" Pain, recovery, adjustment, fatigue, fevers, earaches. worry. Blessed.
TWO ONE THOUSAND
Rested, first teeth, first smiles, first steps, first words, ribbons, lace, ruffles, bows.
THREE ONE THOUSAND
Potty training, dance lessons, preschool, tooth fairy, Easter Bunny, Santa Claus. KINDERGARTEN.
FOUR ONE THOUSAND
Brownies, Girls Scouts, band concerts, music programs, best friends, piano lessons, hurt feelings.
FIVE ONE THOUSAND
Junior high, team sports, slumber parties, shopping, school dances, class projects, softball, softball, softball.
SIX ONE THOUSAND
High school, leadership, service, diligence, friendships, dating, ball gowns, softball, an acceptance letter. A tiara and sash. Queen.
SEVEN ONE THOUSAND
A cap, a gown, lists, packing, plans, excitement, counting. Flying away.
1 comment:
That's about right. I'm trying to hold on to my babygirl as long as possible.
Megan Ellis
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