20?!

Of ALL the bdays we've celebrated thus far, this one might strike me the most.

20

There is something just so different about 20.

And with Aida, it's like...my little girl who lived her whole life just wanting to be "grown up" finally is.

(silly sister BFFs and a bridesmaid...such a faithful friend)

(proud big sister)

Aw, Aida, my baby, the first to call me Mama and now my special adult confidante and friend, I literally cannot imagine my life without you and I love you more than you could ever know. It's been an absolute JOY to walk this journey of life through thick and thin with you by my side and I by yours. We've grown and changed and learned so much along the way...together.

(solving the problems of the world one walk & talk at a time)

(+ Jude)

(bday walk)

One of the things I cherish most about our relationship is how we can be so different in many ways and yet the best of friends. It's really precious and sweetly complimentary. I love that our union centers around the Lord and His heart that leads ours. I'm deeply thankful and have no greater joy than to know that you walk in Truth and are saved by grace through faith and led by the Spirit of God. It allows me such freedom as your parent to watch you branch out now and go, go, go as an adult knowing that He is your Savior and your Guide. I trust Him, I trust you, and I love that HIS wisdom leads you and HIS grace fills your heart toward me and others. You have His understanding...and that is a rare and beautiful gift.

(yesterday?!...and so us all along)

Aida, my 20 year old, clothed in strength and dignity...I have enjoyed every minute of our story. I've loved watching you grow into a mature woman of God, so wise and discerning. So brave and sure of yourself and who you are in Christ, unwavering. I know the Lord has amazing plans to continue to use your life for His glory as He is already doing! 2020 was a BIG year for you!! You are full of SO much potential just bursting at the seams as you step into your 20s now and I am confident that as His plans unfold for you, you will excel at every step. Cuz that's you.

Daddy and I are extremely proud of you, our little girl/20 year old woman/daughter/best friend!

We cherish you and the many fun memories we share and look forward to ALL that is to come!

HAPPY 20TH BIRTHDAY DEAR AIDAAAA!!!

I LOVE YOU SO MUCH IT'S CRAZY!!!

XOXOXO

"Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.

She opens her mouth with wisdom, and the teaching of kindness is on her tongue.

Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised."

Proverbs 31:25, 26, 30