To Hadley and Mason,
I want to start off saying that you are loved. Such
seemingly simply words but they hold so much power. I urge you to never forget that because there
may come a time where you feel the complete opposite. Personalities may flare
up, we may butt heads and you may feel alone, but remember you are not. You
have an entire village that supports you and an all-encompassing God to hold
you.
Your life matters, and so does others. Be kind and
compassionate. Those are the greatest gifts you can offer to those you come in
contact with on a daily basis. Let
people know that you care and are invested.
Listen and be present. We live in a busy world with lots of distractions
and we are losing the gift of being present.
I urge you both to slow down and just be available, to open your ears
and close your mouth, and really hear what someone is saying, not only with
their mouth but by their actions.
Be you, not the person you think others see, but what you
feel in your heart. You are unique and gifted in your own ways. Don’t follow
because it’s the thing to do. Embrace
who you are. This can come with its challenges and can be downright difficult
but the outcome in discovering and understanding your self will be well worth
it.
Laugh often and smile frequently. Laughter is so good for
your heart and soul. Find joy in the simplest of tasks and share that joy with
others. I hope each day you are able to see the bits of gratitude within your life.
Some days might seem darker than others where you struggle to see the blessings
but I promise you they are there in the smallest of details.
Above all, my precious Hadley and my precious Mason, I urge you to be a light that shines brightly in this world. All of my love,
Momma
