8 years! Where does the time go? You are still young and have no idea how fast it can really go yet? Grandpa Roy always said to not rush it and man he was right. Every year you make life more fun and exciting. Your love for reading and school is perfect, I hope you never lose that! Last year at this time you were doing sight words great and now you can read beginner chapter books. Second grade is going to be another year of amazing growth and so many fun experiences. I am both so excited and happy to watch you grow - but bittersweet as you gain more and more independence! There was a time when you were a baby that everything was so up in the air. Would you be able to crawl, walk, talk, hear? Every step we took , you took with us and now look at you. Your laugh lights up an entire room, you are running everywhere, and you can talk our ears off. You have started dance this year too, I am so very excited to see how this changes your game. Making you stronger! All I ever want is to see you happy, pursuing your passions, enjoying life and loving your family and friends. You my dear are doing just that! You have your fiesty spunky side - as well as your frustrated don't mess with me side. I love all your sides and love seeing your personality continue to evolve. I am looking forward to another year of fun, and some new adventures. I love you with all my heart Mallie! Happiest of Birthdays to you! Love you to the Moonie and the Backie :) Mommy
