Biker Chick

Dear Mackenzie,

On this Mother's Day, I am super thankful that, as crazy it was to have a fourth kid, Daddy and I decided to have a fourth kid because that fourth kid is pretty incredible! You are kind, thoughtful, silly, loud (oh my god, SO LOUD), brave, independent, friendly, bright, perceptive, beautiful--just so many amazing things and I am so grateful that I get to be your mom and watch you grow.

And it really is fulfilling to see you accomplish things both big and small. Yesterday, you started riding a big-kid bike with pedals and training wheels (you'd just been using your balance bike before that). Initially, I thought it was way too early to put you on a bigger bike and that you wouldn't be able to ride it but after an hour of Daddy helping you and pushing you around the park, you did it! You were able to pedal all on your own and even when I tried to help you, you said proudly, "I do it myself." I'm so sorry I doubted you. You are a rock star!

Love,

Mom