Dear Vivian,

You are an adorable little lady with the sweetest disposition. I can tell you will have a great sense of humor like your parents and a personality that is all your own. You were an absolute joy to photograph each and every time, even if your mommy was a little stressed out when our schedule didn’t meet yours. Having you as a Watch Me Grow member has been a blessing to me. I LOVE that I was able to be a part of your milestones and I LOVE that I knew I’d get to see you again soon. I’m terribly sad that you will be moving and taking your parents with you. I wish I could watch you grow and document for years to come. I will miss your awesome waves, your aversion to hats or head bands, and your fantastic dance moves.

As you grow, be sure to always keep that happiness over the little things. Always remember to be silly.

Remember to take time to be at peace with yourself and the world around you. Reflect on how you can change the world and make it a better place.

Don’t ever let go of your sensitive side. So much of that has been lost and forgotten in this world. Hold on tight to yours.

Remember to act like a lady and to use your manners…

…unless there is cake involved, then all is forgiven.

Smile. Even if you don’t feel like it, even if it seems there’s nothing to smile about, do it anyway. It will be contagious and you will brighten someone’s day.

Always remember that you will determine what is fun in life. View every moment as fun, do everything with joy and a full heart, and you will be happier than most.

Thank you for being a part of my life.

With love,

Melissa