How I loved you the day you were born <br />How I loved you growing into a beautiful woman <br />How much I wanted the best for you <br />Now I love what you have become <br /> <br />I watched you bloom like a beautiful flower <br />You nourished my life with your presence <br />You made me feel secure in my love <br />I am so proud of who you are <br /> <br />You taught me so much <br />Often it was not easy <br />We suffered in sorrow together <br />I was the tree…you were the strong branch <br /> <br />Now you have become the tree <br />Now, you are a mother yourself <br />Now a mother’s love you can see <br />I thank God you are a part of me forever <br /> <br />You are only one day older than you were yesterday <br />Your birthday reminds us to celebrate your life <br />Be joyful, be fruitful, be peaceful, and be healthy <br />Happy Birthday daughter…and many more to come<br /><br />Pauline Grace<br /><br />http://www.poemhunter.com/poem/happy-birthday-to-my-daughter/
