One Spin Around the Sun

You did it, my little angel.

You've stayed with us long enough for a full trip around the sun.

You've stayed with us long enough for us to realize how lucky we are for each and every day.

You've stayed with us long enough for us to realize that hope isn't about fixing things, or Shangrila, or touchdowns.

You've stayed with us long enough for us to realize that hope is about love, and tears, and afternoon baths.

In your being with us for just one spin around the sun, you have taught us that everything ends, and all that matters is the stuff in between.

Like laughing.

Like dancing.

Like breathing.

Gabrielle, you are our hope child.

I love you my darling little girl. And you've made me the happiest Dad in the whole world, today, and every day.

Love,

Your Daddy.