Six Days of Britt (5)

What does a Father say to his beautiful daughter on the eve of her 20th birthday?  

Memories flood his mind, joy fills his heart, and the words THANK YOU come to mind.

             

THANK YOU for coming into my life as a darling daughter of God, allowing me to feel the love and joy our Heavenly Father feels for all of His children!

THANK YOU for always bringing a smile to my face and for making our home a happy place!

THANK YOU for being a sweet and wonderful child!  One full of curiosity and a desire to learn and grow!

THANK YOU for being a Christlike example to others and allowing me the privilege and honor of baptizing you!

THANK YOU for your wonderful example of diligence, persistence, and dedication as you transitioned from childhood into young womanhood.

THANK YOU for faithfully attending 4 years of early morning seminary, leaving home around 5:45am each morning!  (I continue to be impressed how you existed on limited sleep night after night, regularly  staying up past 11:00 or 12:00 to finish homework that always awaited you after demanding days of cheer, tumbling, work, and participation in Young Women activities were completed.)

THANK YOU for sharing the fun of your High School years with me and your beautiful Mother.

THANK YOU for working hard to achieve key milestones in your life that I know will bring you much success and joy throughout life!

THANK YOU for allowing your parents to demonstrate their love for you in public forums.  (I know how much you love these sandwich kisses, Mom and Dad think they are great too!)

THANK YOU for continuing to live your life in a manner that shows your beauty and commitment to the gospel of Jesus Christ.

AND MOST OF ALL THANK YOU for being such a wonderful part of my life, yesterday, today, and always!  Happy 20th birthday Britta!  From your proud, honored, and thankful Father who loves you more than words can express!