Dear Maggie,

I took this picture to prove that once upon a time you loved your family. I remember enough about my tween-teen years to know that someday, you might need this reminder. That one morning, before second grade, you chose to declare your love for your family.

I also know that I might need blackmail photos some day - which is why I took this picture of your awesome bed-head this morning. This bed-head, which has become a daily struggle, requiring a morning shower to control. I only wish I had been able to fully capture the perpendicular nature of this hair.

Oh Maggie, please don't grow up! You're much to sweet right now at age almost 8!

love,

Mom - the one you love, remember me?