Audrey Nole,
Today you are 8 years old and what a wild ride it has been. You constantly amaze your daddy and I with your creativity and big dreams. You are always coming up with ways to do things better or more efficiently. One of these days maybe you’ll have an idea that gets you famous. We can’t wait to cheer you on, either way.
You have the sweetest heart for your friends, are growing more patient with your brother, and are just generally a delightful little lady. It makes my mama heart proud when other people talk about you. God is shining bright through your smile and tender heart.
Over the last year you have discovered “Bewitched” and it’s so fun to watch with you and hear your takes on what life was like “back in the olden times” like you always tell me. Your Grammy sure would love to have watched Samantha twitch her nose with you. I hope you get that rotary phone that you think is all the rage on day! It’s also just so nostalgic to put myself back into my childhood of watching that very same show with my mama. Something special we can share between multiple generations.
I know that moving to Tennessee last year wasn’t high on your priority list, but you’ve blossomed so beautifully here. Your daddy and I have always told you that God gave you a special gift for making friends and you truly do. You’re doing great and Tennessee looks good on you - even if you do miss the snow.
Daddy and I are so torn between the desire to watch you grow and mature and become a young lady, and wanting you to stay little just a bit longer. That’s the hard part of being a parent, I guess, but we are so thankful for every day that we’ve gotten to call you ours and been granted the privilege of being your mama and daddy. We will continue to pray for you and watch as your heart grows a fire for the Lord and His kingdom. We can’t wait to see what the next year brings and what adventures we will have to add to our storybook of your life. Happy Birthday, Audrey Nole. We love you!
Love,
Mama & Daddy
