Baby Girl,

It is hard to believe that you are already 18. That it has been 18 years since the Lord placed you into our arms and our hearts. It has been the fastest 18 years we have ever experienced, yet also the most beautiful. Because you have been in them. It has always been obvious to us that you have been fearfully and wonderfully made. A beautiful, unique, and precious gift to be treasured. And it is our hope and prayer that you know, and always remember, that we consider you to be one of our greatest blessings.

Someday, we know that the Lord may give you to someone else as their greatest blessing. We know that we may have to forfeit your daily presence and light in our own home. But until that day comes, we want to give you a daily reminder of the love and commitment we have to treasure you for as long as we are given with you. The ring in this box was once a symbol of the love and commitment Dad made to me. A promise ring. 

And now it is a promise to you. 

We promise to love you as Christ loves the church and keep you until such a time as the Lord provides someone else that will take over that role. We commit to pray for you daily, to provide for you to the best of our ability and to invest in your growth in Christ. For as long as we both shall live. 

Baby Girl, you are not only our daughter, you are a daughter of the One True King. Loved, treasured, exalted and esteemed. Remember always that you are a gift to all around you.

Love,

Mom & Dad