My dearest, darling Gwendolyn,
Happy 1st birthday, my sweet little girl. From the first moment I held you in my arms I adored you so completely. You fussed, unsure of the new world that just welcomed you, but when I spoke to you and held your tiny hand, you immediately calmed, blinked your little eyes and studied me with complete trust. I felt as if we had known each other for an eternity already and I knew right then that we would guide each other.
You are the light of my life. You have shown me so much and taught me with your guidance. Your steady strength is matched only by your loving gentleness and your playful spirit. I love our special bath time together one of your favorite things since you were born. I love singing songs and dancing with you and watching you smile with such joy for music. I love seeing you for the first time each morning and watching your face light up when you see me. I love your little giggle when we play Peek-a-Boo and other silly games. I love giving you special Mommy snuggles. I just love you. So very, very much, I love you!
Happy 1st birthday, my sweet gentle Gwendolynmy little butterfly.