An Open Letter From A Mother To Her Teenage Daughter

Dear Shreya,

I’ve dreamt about you right from the day I fell in love with your father. Yes, I had always wanted a daughter, and since I met your father all I had thought about was to have a daughter like you. Soon both of us started considering having you in our life and our dream came true the day I conceived you. We were overjoyed, overwhelmed and our happiness knew no bounds.

The Journey Of Nine Months

The journey of 9 months when I carried you in my womb was not an easy one, but it was one that filled our life with loads of hope, love and fun. I remember how your father used to sing songs to you while you responded back with joy with your little kicks, which we would feel frequently. Your father’s lullabies used to put you and me to a  sound sleep, which ensured our good health. And then the wait was over and you came into our lives as our little bundle of joy -our princess.  We were so overwhelmed to see you so tiny and so dependent on us. 

Our Bundle Of Joy – Our Princess 

We cried when you cried, laughed when you laughed, were joyous when you babbled, excited when you said your first word and overjoyed when you took your first step. We’ve cared for you more than anyone in this world because you are our precious little one, no matter how old you grow.

Your Mother – Your Friend First

You are now going ahead in your life and taking a step i