You wake me up everyday at seven in the morning just so I can watch you play around. You never seem to get tired of biting the flesh off my finger, hearing me scream out in pain, or executing precarious feats even when I tell you not to. At times you become unreasonable – you let your anger get hold of you … yet you easily forget being furious because of your delight in simple things.

You have your way with everything in this world, yet I must admit that you being you have given me the strength to prevail in times of misery. When I needed a boost, you’re always there to lighten up my day. A kiss or two from you makes all my weariness and pain melt away. Your hugs make it seem that the world is such a peaceful, tranquil, place. Your quirks never fail to brighten up my day.

Though early to say, I know that the day will come when I have to give you away. Days go by and I see less and less of you because of my vocation. I fear that I might be too late to show you how crucial you are in my life before the time comes when I would have to let go of your hand… before the time comes when I’m just left with the memory of your soft palm nestled in mine, your heartbeat against my chest, your small head on my shoulder…

Needless to say, but please bear in mind that I do love you with all that is within me, and that Mommy will always do her best to tuck you in at night and see that no harm will befall you as you lay in your bed so tight.

To my kids, Cassandra Ysabelle and Claire Denise, my sources of Chemical X, my strength, and my spirit.