Just like that my baby turned 14 today. She’s always been my ray of sunshine, but this last year I’ve learned how brave, graceful, and strong she is. She’s leaped some incredible hurdles, and all the while she shines her light into the world.

For this year my wish for her is peace, love, and joy. She’s one of the kindest, but most determined people I know – and I am certain that she will continue become the amazing young woman I see emerging.