Dearest me, I need not ask how you’ve been Cause I’ve always known you From your birth day To this very moment
You’ve grown so much, you know Pretty, wise, smart No longer a child But a lady with an adventurous heart
I watched you grow up I lived all your moments with you The days you laugh and play Like there is nothing to worry about And the days you’d cry to sleep Because nothing is going right
I’ve seen the silliest of things you do The childish badge you wear proudly And watch the morning birds coo
I’ve also seen your face light up Like the shine of a million stars At the sight of your favourite things I’ve seen your bitter smile The ones you give when you’re hurting
I’ve witnessed your courage and determination Your creativity and spark The spark that brings life to all you do I saw your mistakes too The ones you still beat yourself up for I’ve watched your face drop At the news of disappointment
I’ve observed the way you love Giving it all you’ve got Likewise, the way you hate You do that without holding back
All of your life’s memorable moments I’ve lived with you The highs, lows and middles
So I want to tell you this You’ve come a long way from where you started It’s been very tough But you pushed through Dearest me, I’m proud of you
You’re doing way better than I imagined Toughening up in hard times Letting go of your mistakes Loving yourself just like you should I’m glad I’m you
Dearest me, you’ve been doing great But you ain’t done yet You have a very interesting journey ahead A fascinating story to be completed
So keep up with your betterment Never settle for less Be brave, don’t be afraid
Growing up ain’t easy That I know But you’ve got this You can do it
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