Happy 9th birthday, sweet Ally….

Nine years ago today this precious blond haired baby arrived. Ally Elizabeth, how you've grown. How, I wonder, did our little sweetheart get to be NINE???!!! You've packed a lot into these nine years, Ally. In the past year you have gone from dancing to theatre to singing in a rock band and another upcoming theatre experience! And in each area you are incredible. You don't realize it now, but your voice is amazing, Ally. And I love that when you sing, you put your heart and soul into it. You don't just sing words, you sing feelings.
​In between all that is soccer and basketball….and school, of course. You're a gift to all who know you. I love your little stories about helping someone with special needs. You have a tenderness in your little heart, sweet Ally. 
I wonder where the road of life will take you. You want to be a real rock star, and who knows, it could be….especially with your Uncle in LA. 
I wish I could put into words all that my heart is feeling, but some things can only spoken heart to heart. I want you to always remember that you are beautiful inside and out. There is no one else like you in the whole world…and there never will be! And the world is a happier place because of you. Our lives are fuller.
Papa and I will always be here for you and always love you. Hmmm, my guess is you will probably take the "road less traveled…"
We are soooo glad you were born.