To my Children

Lily and Tye:

You are each other’s comfort. Cherish that, cultivate that relationship, watch it grow and beam with pride. You have something that others envy. You have a built in best friend for life, a confidant for your bad days, and someone to share in the joy on the good ones. I watch now as you sleep cuddled together, unaware that your mother is taking photos and holding back tears. I’m so proud of you two. At only two and four, I’m already sure you’re the best people in the world. In awe, I sit here wondering what you’ll do in this world one day. What obstacles will you take on together? What individual triumphs will you cheers to? I’m comforted by your relationship and hopeful that you’ll always have one another to lean on. You’re the lucky ones. I pray you never drift apart. I love you so much. Be good to each other always.

-mommy