{ Family Fridays } Allaysha

The summer has finally come to an end. To to be completely honest with you, there were days where I was exhausted, but worth all the sweat and late night edits for all the memories I created with my children. As they say, being a parent and business owner isn’t easy! What I found worked for me this summer was keeping on schedule. I had to keep mommy time, “mommy time” and business time “business time”. I tell ya, it was an adjustment for me, but once I got it down, my days ran smooth. My eldest daughter, Allaysha was such a big help. With all the weddings, events, sessions, and birthday’s, she was always there to help me with her little brother and sister.

So, I thought it would be nice to dedicate this Family Friday to her!

Allaysha, I really don’t know how to start or where to start. You have grown so much within this last year. You are a beautiful, strong, independent young lady that I’m very proud of. I’m glad that you and I have “that bond” that no one will ever break. Our connection, our understanding of one another, and our mother daughter love, is one that I hold close in my heart. Sometimes when mom is down, you feel it, you ask, and you listen. Now how mature is that?! 🙂 Please continue to do what you do. Don’t ever let anyone bring you down. Keep your head up high at anytime, anyone may hurt you. And then let mom know..heheh, no but for real, In order for you to receive respect you have to give respect, right..right.. one of the key values I’ve taught you since you were little. Treat others the way you would like to be treated, and always smile even if you are having a rotten day. As you start a new year as an 8th grader, I want you to remember three things… Always strive to do your best in school. You have always made me proud with your grades, never a year where you didn’t 🙂 When it starts to get tough, I am here for you. Remember, take three deep breaths, look up, and start again. Friends… Your true friends will stay true to you. You will meet so many people. Be friends with everyone, and don’t be quick to judge. You are smart. So choose your friends wisely, it only takes one to stir you into the wrong direction. And lastly, make this year memorable. I know there are those, I should of’s, or “mom, dang.. I wish I had…” so do it.. Stand on your two feet and make those positive decisions / choices / and friendships that will help you grow as a person.

Learn from your mistakes and most importantly BE YOU! No one else but YOU!

I love you 8th grader 🙂