Dear Daughter,

Once upon a time when Autumn fell and cast its orange and yellow spell,

I would wrap up warm and go for a walk, a chance to reflect without the need to talk,

But now as Autumn leaves fall, you want to kick them like a ball,

You want to jump and scream and shout, without a care if anyone's about,

I now wrap you up warm as you go outside, watching you laugh I am filled with pride,

I see your character and confidence grow, as the autumn will turn to winter snow,

I want you to spread your wings and fly but I dont want to simply be a passer by,

I want to share your highs and lows, we all know how the story goes,

I want to be the mum who knows it all but I will always be there to catch you if you fall,

Fall from height or fall from grace, my arms will always be a safe place,

As you grow older I dont need time to reflect,

Because you are my daughter, my angel, you are perfect.

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