Miriam, on the other hand, is sooooo ready for this day. She has been counting down to it since we were sealed after her adoption. Ever since that day, she has wanted to be back in the temple, and she knows that she has to be twelve to have a recommend to do baptisms. She is so excited to move out of primary, and be able to have activities every week. I keep trying to tell her to enjoy the moment, because she will never be this age again. That is a valuable lesson in life. Enjoy where you are, because tomorrow will be different. I don't think she cares.
Last night, you would have thought that it was Christmas, and she still believed in Santa. I went in to say goodnight, and she was all wriggly, giggly, and happy. I just had to laugh. I remember being excited for 12, but not like this. It took her forever to go to sleep. When I went to wake her up, I sang 'Happy Birthday" to her. With her eyes still closed, her arms shot out and grabbed me and hugged me so tight, I almost fell over on her. She had a grin on her face from ear to ear, and she still couldn't open her eyes. I hope this isn't a let down for her, she seems to have ginormous expectations. Don't those things always end in tears? I am going to do my best to make it wonderful for her, and try not to think about the time we missed in the beginning of her life. I think I will spend the day reliving 12, too. Might as well have some fun, and maybe, just maybe, I can come to terms with this..... Happy Birthday to an incredible girl!
