I can’t believe I’m already at my Fifth Letters to our Daughters post. It’s become such a special part of my life to be able to document my thoughts and feelings to my precious girls. I’m still so honored to be a part of this circle of woman and read the inspirational things that they write about their own loves.
My Beautiful Libby,
My first daughter, my first born. I planned you, I wanted you, I wished for you and I loved you from the first day I knew I was carrying you. Life with you, my sweet Libby has been richer then I’d ever imagine life could be. Such a tiny little thing you were with so much dark hair and your expressive eyes. How can you be almost 22 now? Where has the time gone? I’ve never known anybody as determined as you. When you were little, you didn’t believe that you might have to go at a slower pace, you didn’t agree with anyone who told you that you couldn’t do something. I remember you in your Piedro boots, laced up high to give you support – repetitively picking yourself up, as soon as you fell. Over and over again, relentless, this tiny little girl so very determined not to let life get you down. You Libby, are my hero. There is nobody more brave, more courageous, and more special then you.
You have your own life now, your own space and I love watching you thrive in it. All the dreams that I once had for you, have one by one been realised. We don’t need to remind you to slow down, to take each day as it comes and just see, because you’ve proved to everyone that you can do almost anything that you set your mind to. In so many ways, it’s you who have taught me a lesson or two. I couldn’t be prouder of you Libby. I no longer worry about you, as I once did. I no longer wonder. I know that you’ll be OK, and that makes me happier then you could ever imagine.
Don’t ever be ashamed of your uniqueness, it’s all just part of the little miracle that you are, and it’s part of why you are so loved. I know there are times when you’ve been sad, when you’ve wanted to be different, and we’ve talked it through and laughed and cried and hugged. But my sweet girl, you couldn’t be loved anymore then you already are, please always remember that when you’re feeling down.
Thank you for making me the Mother that I am today. Without you, that wouldn’t have happened. I’m still learning from you and I always will because your heart of gold, your zest for life and your kindness towards others inspires me every day.
Please continue through this blog circle to read more Letters to Our Daughters from some of the most amazing women I know. Starting with the gorgeous and soulful work of Sarah Cornish of My Four Hens Photography, her blog posts are amazing.
Julia - Oh, Emma, I’m typing through streaming tears. This letter, this incredible young woman; I’m having trouble finding words. What a light that shines from her, and the words and feelings you’ve expressed to her were clearly born in the heart of a truly amazing mother. <3
Adele Humphries - Another beautiful set of photos accompanied by tear-inducing words. Such a heart-felt, honest and loving letter Emma. Libby, you are beautiful! <3
Sarah Cornish - Oh Emma. This just speaks to my heart. It is so true that our first children, really help shape and mold the kind of parents we are and even to some point the kind of people we grow to be. I know your daughter just treasures this so much. She is beautiful!!! I look at Lily and even imagining her at 10 years old was HUGE when she was two and now thinking of her as a full blown teenager or even in her twenties scares me too so I can only imagine but you are such an amazing woman, and I can only imagine that in turn your daughter is an amazing woman!! Love this and your beautiful images!
courtney - oh emma! this is amazing. love.
Alex Rickard - Emma, as always beautiful pictures, Libby is beautiful too, I love the last picture especially. . . .xxx
Nina - Libby, you are just beautiful and Emma, so are your words. <3
Lisa (Tout Petit Pixel) - Emma, I have no words. There is so much love in this letter, so much strength and faith in your beautiful daughter. Your images give us a glimpse of how unique and amazing your Libby is. She’s shining!
Bre Thurston - Amazing. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful daughter with us, Emma. She’s gorgeous and your words are so eloquent.
ginny - Beautiful as always. A special letter for a very special girl.
Kirsty-Abu Dhabi - Oh Emma, you have such a beautiful soul, and that shines in your love for Libby and the wonderful young lady you describe here – thanks for sharing her with us xx
Val Spring - Oh Emma, your words and images touch me in a way I can not explain! Libby is such a beautiful girl and I love the way to describe her personality. It makes me feel like I know her. AS I was reading I could almost hear you both laughing and crying by the way you wrote about it. So lively and real. You are both so lucky to have eachother! xoxo
Anne - Oh I love this letter so so much, Emma. Libby is amazing and so are you. <3
Holly Thompson - Emma, what a sweet and touching letter to Libby. I hope Anna is as determined as Libby to be independent as she grows up. Beautiful photos. <3
Rashmi - Emma.. such beautiful words for your gorgeous daughter. I am sure you are her hero just as much as she is yours… our daughters (and sons) are our best teachers in life.. they make us face the best and worst in us.. and learn and come out of it as better people. I can see why you have such a beautiful soul dear friend. xo
Lacey - Again, Emma … beautiful words and beautiful images for an extraordinarily amazing daughter.
Elicia - She is lovely Emma! What a beautiful letter. I’ve enjoyed reading each of them. Your writing is poignant.
Candy - I do not know you and I am crying at how beautiful these photos are. My daughter is special too and this inspires me to do this with her. Your work is so soulful which is my favorite kind. Thank-you for sharing.
admin - Thank you Candy for your lovely comments. So pleased that you have decided to write a post for your daughter also – I’m sure it’ll be something to treasure.