You are a smart young lady who has taken on my love for reading and studies and most definitely inherited your daddy’s quick wit and sense of humor. I personally think this is a great combination. Every year I am more certain we will be great friends when you’re an adult. You are so fun to be with. You seem to never be lacking in confidence, and I am so thankful for this as middle school years can be hard on teenage girls. I pray the truths we’ve taught you about being made in God’s image and loving others well will continue to provide you with a deep and firm foundation.
You are our little fashionista regularly sharing your opinion when asked and even when not. Frazier, Leila and I frequently come to you for advice on our attire. Now that we are the same size you regularly raid my closet, and for the most part I’m flattered that your 40-year old mother has clothes your 14-year old self would want to wear.
You continue to be crafty and creative. You have beautiful hand-lettering that results in lovely homemade cards. You took on making personalized name decals for each of Benaiah’s classmates for their Valentine’s Day treat, which was a hit. I can spot your class work from a hundred feet away because it’s covered in color from highlighters and a variety of pens. I have a feeling your entrepreneurial spirit will lead you to a side hustle in this realm at some point.
This year you shined in volleyball, joined the Varsity Cheer team and in the off-season are regularly working out in preparation for volleyball, which is definitely your favorite activity. You’re about to wrap up your 2nd year with That Dance Thing (TDT) where you’ve made so many friends and learned the art of ballroom dancing. Church is your home away from home, and you took initiative to volunteer to serve with our kids church this year. You’ve also done a fantastic job on the Social Media Team (https://www.instagram.com/reel/C5vzx_ix0lK/?igsh=MThrNGgxM2ZxejB3ZA==). You thrive when we’re with RVA Hope ministering in the inner city, and you know the influence you have on the young girls there. I love watching you connect, play and care with such ease.
The hard truth of only having you in the home for your high school years is hard to swallow, but for ages parents have done it and children have thrived. I have no doubt when the time comes, you’ll be ready. We love you, Mary-Michael, and we’re so happy you are ours.
Love,
Momma and Daddy
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