Belle E Boo

"Hey Belle.  That hospital over there is where you were born."

"I remember.  I was so excited that day!"

I was so excited that day, too!  You were my 4th baby girl and I couldn't wait to hold you.
So tiny.
Perfect.
You looked right at me and smiled.

And then, I blinked.  And now you're almost 5.
Beautiful.
Impish little smile.

So smart.  So strong. And so fast.
A tiny little athlete.

Silly girl.  So fun and full of life.
You'll always be my Belle E Boo.

And I'm never blinking again.