Our baby girl turned five years old this past Friday.
Aliah’s birthday brought about a wave of emotions for me that I had not expected. Five! Where did the time go? Turning five marked a milestone. In fact, I was hit with the realization that I do not have any more babies in the house.
Aliah had been excited for weeks, months even, in anticipation of her birthday. And I was excited for her. There is a feeling of freedom and success as the kids are getting older and more independent. But oddly enough, I was also left feeling a bit sad and grief-stricken. No longer a baby girl, five would solidify “big girl” status, and the end of an era.
Aliah has been telling us all the big girl perks and responsibilities that come with her being five. Although, she has been quite independent and mature for her age for some time, it seemed to culminate this year on her birthday.
To know her is to love her.
I remember being terrified at the thought of having a baby girl. Now, I am nothing short of obsessed: I like her, I adore her, I enjoy her, I am in love with her!
Looking into Aliah’s wide, beautiful, sparkling eyes, I am reminded of the absolute best and worst that the world has to offer. I am blessed and inspired to have been charged with preparing, guiding and protecting her through this thing called life.
A Frozen Baby Girl Celebration
I remember birthday parties thrown for me as a child growing up: Garfield theme, skate party, swim party. Thus, we try to make birthdays a special celebration and give them some liberty.
Aliah has been on Elsa for quite some time. So, it was no surprise that she wanted a Frozen themed party fit for a 5 year old at Mimi and Gramps’. Of course she would be Elsa, and she insist that I be her sister, Anna. She requested the presence of all Disney Princesses and Princes (family, classmates and soccer teammates), which came from near and far to celebrate.
We had a royal time!
I love being Aliah’s mom.
Although challenging, I am enjoying being a mom, more than I thought I would, if I am being very honest.
I marvel at Aliah’s intelligence, wit, creativity, strength,etc. Truly, I could go on and on. She is one of a kind. Thus far, raising Aliah, a daughter, and a reflection for me, has allowed me to tap into myself and love and strengthen the 5 year old me as well.
I know this period of time will not last long either. As a result, I will relish and cherish this time. I am giving honor to my feelings and properly grieving the passing of the baby stage of life as we have entered the big girl years.
Experiencing both my daughter and myself in this space in time is truly a blessing: dress up, doll houses, chit-chats, spa afternoons and brunch; literally the best! She is my broke best friend and will forever be, my baby girl!
BTW: Thank you to the Mommies loving me through the wave of emotions this week. Special thanks to Aunt Marilyn for the decor and catering; it was so cool…I know, but I couldn’t resist.
Have daughter(s), what’s your favorite era?
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Happy birthday princess
Dedicated to the one you love. The entire event was simply joyful.
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