A letter to my daughter

"Johanna"

The child who went the extra mile
(actually 300 round trip)
to bring Christmas to your sister

The "smart child".

You were the 1st in of your siblings to go to University.
(And a Junior at only 18!)

Not just leave home, but live in an apartment with strangers.
(That took a lot of guts!)

Your are a best friend beyond belief.

The first day you got your car you wanted to share, even with the dog.

Without you we would not have family photos

You took my love for yellow roses and made art.

Yes, you are the one that seems to be the glue in the word "family". You try harder, work longer, 

share your heart with all your strength.

And when the day is done, I know the Lord is say,
 "Well done, my good and faithful servant."

...and I say, "I am so thankful that God allowed me to be your mother."

Yes, I am proud of you, but not for all these reasons alone, I am proud that you want to share your life with me. Not because of who I am, because that is the way God made you. He has a purpose and a plan for your life and I know that is going to be an amazing purpose.

Love and Prayers, Mommie