Charlie turns 13.

It is with a heavy heart I write this today. Our first-born baby is a teen! It is so weird to think that this little nothing of an infant was born 13 years ago and now she is a stunning young woman.
I know some of you were listening during that time and may remember how overwhelming it all was for us. Like all parents.

She's turned out to be a good egg, our Charlie.
She loves everybody and only wants the best for people.
She's never given us a bit of trouble outside of normal kid crap and she makes me proud all the time.
But as I stated I'm conflicted. When I look at her now (picture not available due to Motherly security protocol!) I find it hard to believe how grown up she looks.
I love the young lady she's become but I miss the little girl she used to be. I really do.
I know that kid will always be in there, somewhere.
Mostly in my heart.
Happy Birthday Charlie.