(with her Great Grandma)When you were born I was so over-the-moon excited. My family was complete because of you. You have been the laughter and joy on many a dark day. I love that you collected old people where ever we went. You were so funny that way. Grandma Eva, Grandma Mangum and Joan have loved you like their own.
You had a rough time finding your way in your tween years. I hope I was a light for you to follow. You made it through, better than ever.
You've always been so loyal to your friends and family. No one is allowed to mess with us (except you). I love that your heart is so tender. It makes it rough because it is easy to break, but you never give up on those you love.
Your smile, your laugh......your freckles......My hearts melts when I hear you giggling with your friends. When you smile, I smile. I love you so.
So, my darling daughter, as you jump into this new adventure (because that is what being 18 is all about, right....)I just want to give you a few last pieces of advice (HA! Who I am kidding....I'll be lecturing and badgering and nagging you for the next 40 years!) Never give up on love. Always make time for family. Be kind. Stick to your standards.
You are set to conquer the world. This IS your year. Go out and set the world on fire.....I know you want to.
7 comments:
Crying.....Seriously...where did the time go? Miss Jo you are so amazingly wonderful and I am so sad I am missing yet another big day for you! Please always know how very much you mean to me! Lori you did a great Job! I can only hope to help my girls find their way as well as you did! LOVE YOU BOTH!!!
such a sweet post. happy birthday, jo!
Jo is so gorgeous! I've loved being able to stay connected through the net and see how wonderful of a person she has grown to be!
Jo, you are simply fabulous and I know how proud your mamma is of you and we all can understand why. I have loved watching you grow and mature over these past 4 years. You are a remarkable young woman. Love you and your mamma so much!
What a beautiful girl on the verge of womanhood. What a wonderful tribute to your daughter. You are so blessed.
Happy Birthday Jimijo! We hope you have an awesome birthday!
Wow. How is your baby 18?? So happy that she is such a good girl and gives you such joy. What a lucky mom. Of course, I know it was more than JUST luck. Here's hoping I am as fortunate!
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