Dear Aliyah,

I am so lucky to have shared your first two months with you. I have learned how valuble and wonderful time truly is. I remember it like it was yesterday. I was 20 weeks pregnant and your daddy and I just found out we were having a baby girl. In life there are some moments that feel so slow that we just want to rush through everything. I have enjoyed and soaked up each second of every minute of every day with you. My love for you grows more and more each day. I can't believe how much I love you and how much I love your dad. I never imagined that I could feel a love this big and strong before- it's like endless butterflies in my stomach. And it is you and Daddy that have really given me purpose these days. dreams I have of sharing love and happiness with you and Daddy. I hope that you will be able to see, feel, and live that dream with me. I am here to love you forever and to cherish each moment with you. I hope you carry that love for others and that thankfulness for time throughout your life. Let love be your purpose too, my darling. Love you always, Mommy