Dear Hannah,
Two years ago on June 4th at 12:30 p.m. on a beautiful Friday afternoon, you changed my life and my entire existence.
When I sit and I write these posts, I do it thinking that perhaps one day you will read them yourself, so I try to respect your privacy and our experiences together as a family. One thing I’d want you to know for certain is that the pain Mommy felt as we experienced these things together is not synonymous with the unconditional and overflowing love I have for you. Your are THE greatest thing that has happened to me and I wouldn’t change you for anyone else. My greatest blessing is and forever will be you.
As I woke up yesterday and filled our living room with balloons in celebration of your birthday, I was overcome with gratitude because although it hasn’t all been easy, look how far you’ve come. Believe it or not, at just 2 years old, you have taught Mama so much. You’ve taught me that although happiness is fleeting, joy is profound. You’ve taught me to dance in every season. You’ve taught me that worship is unconditional. You’ve taught me to love in the most selfless ways. You’ve taught me to smile even when it hurts. You’ve taught me that there is still more, even when I feel like my tank is empty.
See, even now you are already impacting lives. Something we were all sure you would do. You are a force Hannah and don’t let anyone ever convince you otherwise.
As you continue to grow and begin to notice your differences and scars, I want you to know what they mean to everyone around you.
Baby, did you know Jesus has scars too?
See, some scars have little impact or influence. However, there are others that run deeper than we could imagine and mean everything to everyone all at once. Your scars are reminders of your strength and resilience, but most importantly of God’s grace, love, and favor over your life.
So, thank you, baby.
Thank you, Jesus.
For yet another year of life and another year of getting to be your Mama.
With love,
Mommy
Growing Grace 
One response to “A Letter To My Daughter”
Your blog of your journey just touches my heart every time I read them. Sometimes I’m moved to tears, but even through my tears, I am rejoicing. God is good and he’s merciful and I am so blessed that you were testimonies.
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