Happy birthday sweet 16!
An ordinary greeting would never, ever do—it has to be special that’s why I’m writing you.
Thank you; you made me a grandmother!
When you were born, I felt lucky to have a granddaughter. I am at a loss how to find the right words to tell you now how much you mean to me. I fell in love with you right away.
Papa and I couldn't wait to see you, so we rushed to Makati Medical Center to take a glimpse at you through the nursery window. After a day or two, we went back to fetch you home.
Oh, what sweet smell you brought to our home. I just love that smell of a baby. You smelled so good and you were so beautiful.
Your arrival was perfect timing since I just retired then. It gave me the opportunity to watch you grow everyday as you hurdled through random milestones. Like the time you first turned over on your stomach, learning to stand, your first few steps, sucking on your first lollipop and many others.
I will forever cherish those days when you were almost three and already so companionable. Thanks to your Mom who planned for us to get you 3 days a week.
You loved to put on clothes from a big box of outgrown, but still beautiful and colorful dresses from ate Yela. You kept trying them on one after another all day like you were doing a fashion show. Sometimes you even woke up Papa from his nap to zip you up.
I like that you are taking your studies seriously, you work hard for high grades thats why you are always on the top 10. Keep it up and it will be second nature to you. Remember that hard work pays and will help you through future challenges.
Remembering our bonding times at the mall always make me smile. I enjoyed those lunches when we laughed a lot and I miss that now; hopefully after this pandemic we can do it again.
Life is good but we are not always on cloud nine. There are times when life can be difficult, full of challenges; but life can be happy and full of joy too. So enjoy the good times and take the challenges in stride. I want very much to protect you from life’s hard knocks but I know that you have to try your wings so I can only pray for your safety and well being.
You are still so young, sweet and innocent, while I am old and wise; so take advantage of my experience; learn from my mistakes while I'm still here, and still lucid . Talk to me, ask questions; seek me to clarify doubts, come to me for comfort. I'm here and I always have time for you. Don't ever hesitate to call me, message me, see me; I’m just nearby.
No matter how old you are and how high you will soar, I will always be your Nana; Papa and I will always be there for you. You are such a delight and a pleasure to have as our granddaughter. We are grateful that we got to know you well from birth. Someone said that a granddaughter is a wonderful dream that never ends.
Please know that my prayers are for your success, happiness and good health always and remember that I always love you dear.
Happy birthday!
XOXO, Nana.
No comments:
Post a Comment