Such was the beginning of life for little Sylvia. We knew all along that she was our last child, our last chance to cherish those special moments that make up a child's life. She has been an absolute delight, to her parents, her sisters, and all who know her.
The past ten years have passed in a blur. From her early years in Germany - where she didn't speak, but answered to requests posed before her in English or German - to her early years in Lafayette, her adjustment to Houston, and now back to Lafayette, she has shown us time and again that she is a trouper. She is bright and thoughtful, the kind of little girl that teachers always say adds life to a classroom. She has lots of friends, does well in school, is eager to please. She works hard and never ceases to amaze us with her thoughts and revelations.
Sure, she is the baby of the family. She gets her way more often than not, and she is held to a very different standard of responsibility than her elder sisters ever were. But it's hard for me to let her grow up. I know that at age 10, Alison and Maddie were expected to be much more mature, much more independent. With Sylvia, it's a little hard to let her go.
But we are. Much as we hate to, we are allowing to her grow up. She has spread her wings over the last few years, and she is blossoming into quite an independent young woman. Every day she adds just a little bit more to our daily routine, and every day we enjoy her presence in our lives. We have so enjoyed watching her grow into the thoughtful, very special girl she is.
Sylvia has been, and continues to be, an absolute delight. All who know her would agree: A world with Sylvia is a world that is a little brighter, indeed.
Happy Birthday, sweetheart.
1 comment:
What a wonderful picture! I, too, remember when Sylvia was just a little bundle in her parents' arms. Hard to believe that was 10 years ago. Happy birthday, Sylvia! K.M.
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