A Mother's Promise

I promise to always pray for you and do everything I can to protect you.
I promise to hug you and tell you I love you every morning and every night.
You will always have everything you need but I will know when to tell you no.
I promise to mend your heart when it breaks and hold your hand when you get lost.
I promise to teach you everything you need to know but let you have your own mind.
I will always love your Daddy and teach you the importance of commitment.
I promise to introduce you to God and show you how to always rely on him.
I will always encourage you to listen to your mind but follow your heart.
I will comfort you when you're sick, dry your tears when you're sad and soothe your fears when you're scared.
I promise you will always have a soft bed and a warm meal.
I will teach you how to wish on a star and blow out your birthday candles.
I promise to let you play in the rain and the snow.
We will make a mess if we need to and clean it up later.
I promise to teach you responsibility and the importance of self-reliance.
I will be a constant example of a friend, mother and wife so that someday you'll be prepared.
I will keep you happy and healthy and a create a world where you'll be loved and cared for.

These promises I make to you, my daughter.