18

Mar24

And so the day has come. My baby is legally an adult. 18 years old. Good Lord, I feel old.


(Poor picture with bad lighting, all apologies!)
I’m so proud of the wonderful human being she is. But I’m still not sure that I’m ready for her to spread her wings and experience the world!
Happy 18th birthday, Emily!

23 thoughts on “18”

  5. At the risk of sounding like one of those older people, I’ll still say… I can remember when she was still playing with Barbies! Where did the time go?!
    She’s a great kid? girl? woman? because she has great parents!

  11. oh its all happening too fast, and im not even her mum. its ok to let her fly now, shes got a good foundation and she knows she always has you to rely on. thats the best any parent can do. best wishes to you both xx

  13. Happy Birthday Emily ! 😀
    ..and Donna I totally get your feelings on the letting go part. Your a few years ahead of me in the child raising stakes and I only hope I do half as good a job as you. Emily has grown into a lovely young lady and that would be because her family and friends have given her guidance when needed throughout her life.
    Enjoy this moment a job well done and you need to celebrate that 🙂 xx

  16. Happy Birthday Em!
    I don’t know if you will ever be ready to let her spread her wings, I know I don’t like to think about it, and I have a LONG way to go yet. She is wonderful and a true credit to you.

  19. Wow! I didn’t realize how long I’ve been reading your blog until I realized I always think of Emily as a little girl! The happiest of birthdays to her!

  20. Hi Donna – I knew it was coming up and I made a note to myself but unfortunately I missed the date! HAppy Birthday Em!!!! I’m off to prepare for a 6 yo birthday party myself! Take care, lotsa hugs Nat xx

  21. Happy Birthday Em. I understand how you feel as I felt the same last year. I am still not ready to let go as she is talking about living on her own.

  22. Wow she’s 18 already! Hope Em had a Wonderful Birthday! I feel for you Donna, its hard watching them grow up and gain independence.

Comments are closed.