Saturday, June 20, 2009

20 Years Ago Today


To my BEAUTIFUL daughter on her birthday.

Love yourself. Make peace with who you are and where you are at this moment in time.

Listen to your heart. If you can't hear what it's saying in this noisy world, make time for yourself. Enjoy your own company.

Try.
Take chances.
Make mistakes.
Life can be messy and confusing at times, but it is also full of surprises.

Be happy. When you don't have what you want, want what you have.

Make do. That's a well-kept secret of contentment.

There aren't any shortcuts to tomorrow. You have to make your own way. To know where you are going is only part of it. You need to know where you've been, too. And if you ever get lost, don't worry. The people who love you will find you. Count on it.

Life isn't days and years. It's what you do with the time and with all the goodness and grace that's inside you.

Make a beautiful life, because you are beautiful.

Much love,

Mom


9 comments:

Jenn @ Juggling Life said...

Happy Birthday to both of you!

marathon mom said...

You are a brilliant and beautiful young lady and have made your parents so proud! Happy Birthday Girlie!

Manic Mommy said...

Wishing you both happiness, peace, and purpose on this milestone birthday.

Biscuit said...

Gorgeous! Excellent advice for your sweet girl, venturing out ever farther on her own. I hope it is a wonderful day (for both of you!)

What Happens Next said...

Beautiful post, for a beautiful girl !

Congrats to both of you. Hope your day is fabulous!

Anonymous said...

Happy Birthday to your gorgeous daughter! A very loving tribute full of wisdom!

-Amanda-

scarlett917 said...

Happy Birthday, Ashley!

Anonymous said...

Hope it was a wonderful day!!!

Megito

stephanie (bad mom) said...

Oh so lovely, you + your daughter + those words.

Happy birthday <3