Mothers day, I thank you.

Dear Lailah,
Tomorrow is Mothers day and I have you to thank for me being allowed to celebrate. You have made me so much more than just a mother though. You have helped me become an adult, mature, more loving and kind, you've made me become everything I am today - this woman who doesn't give up no matter how badly she wants to. You give me strength.
You're an amazing child. You frustrate me and sometimes drive me to my wits end but you're an amazing child. I sometimes lack the patience I should have and I am working on it so I could be a better mother to you and Noel.
You have your first loose tooth ! It's not super  wiggly yet but it's getting there ! It's so exciting. Although, I can't believe my baby is really growing up on me! I wish I could just keep you little together so that you can lay on my lap talking to me about school and silly things as I stroke your hair and listen to your stories. Can't we just keep doing that forever? Please?
I guess not huh? LOL, You're going to keep growing up whether I like it or not. I hope to be the best mom I can be for you so that we will always have a strong relationship. I want you to know that I love you so tremendously much and that I will be here for you through everything there is in your life.  Through all of your ups and downs, seek me and I will be there for you. I love you, more than you'll ever know - or at least until you have a tiny little life of your own in your grown arms one day. Then maybe then you'll know my love for you, maybe. :)