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Dear Emmy

January 17, 2014 by Cassie 42 Comments

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Dear Emmy,

Seven years ago today, you entered our lives, and made our family complete.  You are a beautiful girl, full of love, creativity, passion, and charm.  You have brought and continue to bring so much joy to all who know you, and I am proud to be your mother.

Today, on your seventh birthday, the world is your oyster.  Dream a dream, and look inside to see you have the power to make it come true.  While you are blowing out your candles and making a wish, I also have some wishes of my own for you.

1. I wish that you continue through life shedding kindness on all around you.  Spread it around and watch it catch fire.

2. I wish that you and I will always be close, although I know we will have our spats.  You can always lean on me when you feel the need.  I will do my best not to judge your choices, but respect your individuality.

3. I wish for you to reach for the stars, as high as you can, and know that it’s not about where you land.  It’s about the journey you took to get there.

4. I wish for you to surround yourself with positive people who will never make you feel small.  And I wish for you to be one who shows others how wonderful they are and how much they have to offer.

5. I wish that every time you look in the mirror you what I see in you…. Look into those baby blues and see a beautiful soul, a thoughtful mind, and the tenderest of hearts.  And I hope you never lose sight of you who are.

6. I wish that you always take the time to do the things you love- read, sing, dance, paint, draw, write and do it all fearlessly and boldly.  Continue to nurture your soul, and nurture the souls of others, too.

7. I wish that when you are grown and older, that you will have children of our own so that you may, too, feel a love as strong as I feel for you and your brother.

While you are out there growing up and reaching for those stars, never forget that you were first and always will be my baby girl.  I love you.
Love, Mommy

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  1. Storywood Designs says

    January 17, 2014 at 11:24 am

    what a beautiful letter! happy birthday to emmy!

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  2. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    January 17, 2014 at 11:36 am

    Happy birthday gorgeous Emmy. You are a lovely Mummy Cassie. Emmy is a lucky girl

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  3. Julia Konya says

    January 17, 2014 at 11:40 am

    Oh Cassie, this is so special and so well said. I know that I will struggle with number 2 when they get older.

    HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY EMMY!

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  4. Laura @ Top This Top That says

    January 17, 2014 at 12:06 pm

    happy birthday to your beautiful Emmy.

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  5. Dana Frieling says

    January 17, 2014 at 12:32 pm

    So precious! Happy Birthday, Emmy!

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  6. Rachel says

    January 17, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    What a sweet post! Happy birthday, Emmy!

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  7. Between Blue and Yellow says

    January 17, 2014 at 1:57 pm

    awwwww, so sweet 🙂

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  8. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    January 17, 2014 at 1:58 pm

    Happy birthday sweet Emmy!

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  9. Dear Emmeline says

    January 17, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    Happy Birthday Emmy!

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  10. Anne says

    January 17, 2014 at 2:42 pm

    Cassie your a great Mom. Tell Emmy Happy Birthday. Hugs

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  11. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    January 17, 2014 at 2:51 pm

    Happy happy birthday Emmy!

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  12. [email protected] says

    January 17, 2014 at 2:59 pm

    Sweet girl and a wonderful mommy 🙂 enjoy celebrating her today! xo k

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  13. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    January 17, 2014 at 3:11 pm

    Emmy, Happy Birthday.
    You are a very special little girl and you a wonderful future ahead!

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  14. Good Time Charlie says

    January 17, 2014 at 4:04 pm

    So sweet! What a treasure. Happy Birthday Emmy.

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  15. Allison says

    January 17, 2014 at 4:04 pm

    What a sweet and heartfelt letter Cassie. You are raising a beautiful girl. Happy Birthday sweet Emmy!

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  16. Kristi says

    January 17, 2014 at 4:34 pm

    How sweet, Cassie!

    Happy Birthday, Emmy!

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  17. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    January 17, 2014 at 4:52 pm

    You two are such a lucky duo to have each other in this crazy world we live in xo Happy Birthday Sweet Emmy!

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  18. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    January 17, 2014 at 5:12 pm

    You are a good mamma.

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  19. Whats Ur Home Story says

    January 17, 2014 at 5:30 pm

    That is a beautiful letter Cassie. Happy Birthday Emmy!

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  20. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking says

    January 17, 2014 at 5:42 pm

    Best wishes to Emmy!

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  21. Haley says

    January 17, 2014 at 5:53 pm

    This is so perfect. Happy birthday Emmy! I hope you have a great one!

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  22. Sarah @ Cozy.Cottage.Cute. says

    January 17, 2014 at 6:11 pm

    Oh, what a sweet letter. Happy birthday cute little Emmy!

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  23. Vintage Prairie Style says

    January 17, 2014 at 6:41 pm

    such a beautiful letter cassie. happy birthday emmy!!!

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  24. Jane Craske says

    January 17, 2014 at 7:17 pm

    So lovely. Is it possible to slow both of our kiddos down a wee bit? I want more small time C:

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  25. Amber Wills says

    January 17, 2014 at 7:30 pm

    What lovely words! Happy birthday sweet Emmy!

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  26. Danielle says

    January 17, 2014 at 7:57 pm

    Beautiful! x

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  27. Kim @ NewlyWoodwards says

    January 17, 2014 at 8:31 pm

    This is simply beautiful. Happy 7 to you both. She’s quite lucky to have such a wonderful momma.

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  28. Gabbi @ Retro Ranch Reno says

    January 17, 2014 at 9:23 pm

    Absolutely beautiful and moving. Happy birthday, Emmy! You have the best momma around! 🙂

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  29. Ali Richardson says

    January 17, 2014 at 9:35 pm

    Happy bday sweet sweet Emmy! This is a very special letter! You should print it and save it for her in a safe place. XO

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  30. Rita Mireles says

    January 17, 2014 at 10:06 pm

    I thinks she’s on the right path..and I’m glad we get to see a small part of that!

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  31. Anna [DirectionsNotIncluded] says

    January 18, 2014 at 2:26 am

    Love this, and your relationship. Happy birthday Emmy.

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  32. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    January 18, 2014 at 2:57 am

    Sweet birthday wishes Emmy!

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  33. Miss Charming says

    January 18, 2014 at 6:50 am

    Such a sweet birthday tribute to little Emmy! I hope she has a fantastic day.

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  34. ART aka Anna-Ruth Taynton says

    January 18, 2014 at 2:43 pm

    Such beautiful words…brings tears of joy to my eyes….Happy Birthday, Emmy!

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  35. Erin says

    January 18, 2014 at 4:10 pm

    awww SO sweet…you are such a wonderful mommy 🙂 Happy birthday to your baby girl!

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  36. Loi Thai, Tone on Tone says

    January 18, 2014 at 6:20 pm

    So beautiful, Cassie! Thanks for sharing with us. Lots of luv to you both 🙂 Happy Birthday to Emmy!! xo

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  37. Gretchen says

    January 18, 2014 at 9:35 pm

    Just lovely! Happy birthday, Emmy!

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  38. Renee says

    January 18, 2014 at 10:59 pm

    Beautiful letter, Cassie. She will treasure this always. Happy Birthday to you, Emmy! I remember when you were a little tot!

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  39. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    January 19, 2014 at 3:05 am

    Oh! Tears in my eyes — such beautiful wishes for a very loved and wonderful little girl. Birthday blessings to Emmy and a hug for mom.
    xo Heidi

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  40. [email protected] Chronicles of Home says

    January 20, 2014 at 12:57 am

    This is the sweetest, Cassie. Hope Emmy had the happiest of birthdays!

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  41. [email protected] says

    January 20, 2014 at 2:59 am

    That was so beautiful Cassie! I hope Emmy had a wonderful birthday! 🙂

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  42. Mekenzie @ interiorsbykenz.com says

    January 21, 2014 at 12:03 am

    Such a beautiful post. She is blessed to have such a wonderful mommy.

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