Wednesday, June 9, 2010

this is not your fault, it's out of your hands

Dear Ashley,

I've always known you were special. Whether it be that you couldn't sit up and protect yourself until after your first birthday or the time you wanted to wear your super girl costume to a princess and me party; you always have a zest for life, a nurturing; yet independence about you and a sparkle that lights up any room!

































As we work through our lives and try to be the best that we can be and as you get older and learn about life and it's complicated social game, I hope that you will always wear your smile when a friend looks away or turns their back on you, always keep your chin up when others are laughing and never give up on your hopes and dreams! You can do anything you put your mind to!

While some days may be a challenge -- You are strong, happy and charismatic and can get through anything! And when it seems that everything is a mess...just remember this...

this is not your fault
it's out of your hands,
the reason why we fall
is to get back up again
so don't forget to breathe

you gotta have the strength to change
the things we think we can
and if it's meant to happen
then help us understand
that all things have a purpose
an underlying will
from the times we are broken
from the times we start to heal

you gotta let it out, let it all out, let it all out,
you gotta let it out, let it all out, let it all out.

- Paco Estrada (Breathe)

We love you more than anything and we are always here for you! You are our daughter, our angel and our best friend!

Love,
Mommy & Daddy